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netineya [11]
3 years ago
6

A change in a gene due to damage or incorrect copying is called

Biology
1 answer:
VashaNatasha [74]3 years ago
6 0

Answer: Option D). a mutation.

Explanation:

Mutation is the change in the genetic composition of the cell. This change in a gene can be due to

- spontaneous change in nitrogenous base

- error during replication i.e incorrect copying of DNA template strand

- damage to DNA by ionizing radiation such as X-rays

- damage to DNA by heavy metals such as cadmium, lead etc

Thus, mutation is the answer.

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