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What is mutation ?

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Organisms have evolve in a number of ways to protect their DNA from changes. In spite of these mechanisms, however, changes in the DNA occasionally do occur. Any change in the DNA sequence is called a mutation. Mutations can be caused by errors in replication, transcription, cell division, or by external agents. E.g. nuclear radiation can lead to mutation.
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