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Which of the following agents can lead to both addition and deletion mutation?(a) UV(b) 5 Bromo Uracil(c) Proflavin(d) HydroxylationI had been asked this question in examination.This intriguing question comes from DNA Mutation topic in section DNA Mutation, DNA Repair, Transposable Elements of Cytogenetics

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The correct answer is (C) PROFLAVIN

Explanation: Proflavin, like Ethidium bromide is an intercalating agent. This when inserted in DNA can LEAD to addition of a random base, and when lost can lead to DELETION.



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