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Which of the following cannot induce mutations?

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Which of the following cannot induce mutations?

(a) X-rays

(b) Gamma rays

(c) Bromine

(d) Chlorine

The question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

Query is from Improvement of Industrial Microorganisms in division The Isolation, Preservation and Improvement of Industrial Microorganisms of Fermentation Technology

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The correct option is (d) Chlorine

Explanation: The agents which cause mutation are called mutagens. Some of the mutagens are X-rays, Gamma rays, Bromine, UV radiation, etc. Chlorine is not a mutagen.

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