Answer: The correct answer is-
an agent that causes a mutation in DNA.
Mutagen is an agent or a substance that causes permanent change in the genetic material of living organisms ( DNA, deoxyribonucleic acid). This process is called mutation.
A mutagen can be a chemical, physical or biological agent that causes mutation in the DNA.
Example- Physical agents such as -
- Ionizing radiations like alpha particles, gamma rays, X-rays that brings break in the DNA and cause other damages.
- Ultraviolet radiations that creates pyrimidine dimers ( T=T) and causes replication errors if damage is not repaired.
Answer:
Adverse effect on the animals.
Explanation:
If the rabbit population suddenly shrank due to disease, it will adversely affected the population of eagle, fox and coyote because these animals depend on them through feeding. Eagle, fox and coyote feed on the rabbit so if the population of rabbit decreases, then there will be scarcity of food for these animals and as a result decrease occur in their populations so we can say that adverse effect occurs on the population of eagle, fox and coyote.
Answer:
Element
Explanation:
Is a substance that can't be broken down into other substances.
Answer:
Adrenaline
Explanation:
The is the burst of energy caused by enzymes that send messages to the brain.Thus,resulting in Flight or Fight mechanism.