Question

The picture shows a mutation that occurs when cells are exposed to UV radiation.

Before

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Incoming UV Photon

How can this mutation affect the new cells that are produced using this DNA? Select all that apply.

Ba The new cells can become cancerous.

b The new cells do not undergo mitosis.

The new cells shrink because they lose water.

d The new cells are produced with this mutation.

e The new cells absorb water and become larger.

The new cells do not contain DNA with this mutation.

Answer 1

The mutation caused by UV radiation exposure can affect the new cells that are produced using this DNA in the following ways:

a. The new cells can become cancerous as the mutation can cause uncontrolled cell growth.

d. The new cells are produced with this mutation, which means the mutation will be passed down to the new cells.

The other options are not applicable as the mutation does not affect water content, mitosis or absorption in cells.