Causes of Mutation

Causes of Mutation 

What is a mutation? 

A mutation is an alteration in the sequence of DNA.

What causes it? 

There are several factors that influence mutation. These 

changes can occur within the DNA itself or by 

outside factors known as mutagens.

Further Information

• As DNA is trying to replicate it can actually fail to make a copy itself, that automatically making it a mutation. 

• Genes mutations can be hereditary and can be received through one's parents resulting in every cell to be present with the mutation. 

• Mutagens are the most crucial and are acquired by outside forces. 

• Things like radiation can cause serious damage resulting in skin cancer.  

• Examples include x-rays or gamma rays

Citations 

"The Causes Of Mutations". Evolution.berkeley.edu. N.p., 2017. Web. 26 May 2017.

"Edurite.Com -". Edurite.com. N.p., 2017. Web. 26 May 2017.

Reference, Genetics. "What Is A Gene Mutation And How Do Mutations Occur?". Genetics Home Reference. N.p., 2017. Web. 26 May 2017.