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Similar term(s): mutagenic, mutagenicity.
Definition:
A substance or physical agent that causes mutations, i.e. permanently alters
the DNA of a cell.
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More:
Because a mutagen is able to damage the DNA of the cell it is genotoxic. All
mutagens are genotoxic, but not all of them are carcinogenic.
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Related words: Carcinogen - DNA - Genotoxic - Mutation
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