Consider the given two statements:
Assertion (A): UV radiations can cause mutations in organisms – it is a mutagen.
Reason (R): UV radiations are ionising radiations.
 
1. (A) is True but (R) is False
2. Both (A) and (R) are True and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
3. Both (A) and (R) are True but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
4. (A) is False but (R) is True
Subtopic:  Mutation |
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Which of the following is the best definition of a mutation?
1. A mutation is a permanent change in DNA.
2. A mutation is a permanent change in DNA that is harmful to an organism.
3. A mutation is a permanent change in the structure of intra-cellular organelles caused by changes in DNA/RNA.
4. A mutation is a permanent change in chromosomal structure caused by DNA/RNA changes.
Subtopic:  Mutation |
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