Which event would most likely cause a change in

a genetic sequence in an organism?

(1) eating certain foods high in saturated fats

(2) strenuous physical activity

(3) exposure to radiation

(4) a sudden exposure to cooler temperatures

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Biology

Harold Ball

13 September, 00:44

Which event would most likely cause a change in

a genetic sequence in an organism?

(1) eating certain foods high in saturated fats

(2) strenuous physical activity

(3) exposure to radiation

(4) a sudden exposure to cooler temperatures

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Shamar Lucas · Answer 1

3 - Exposure to radiation

Radiation ionises cells and can cause mutations in genes.

The rest of the options have no affect on genetics at all, merely a temporary affect on the physical aspects of the body, such as heart rate etc.

Which event would most likely cause a change ina genetic sequence in an organism?(1) eating certain foods high in saturated fats(2) strenuous physical activity(3) exposure to radiation(4) a sudden exposure to cooler temperatures

Which event would most likely cause a change in

a genetic sequence in an organism?

(1) eating certain foods high in saturated fats

(2) strenuous physical activity

(3) exposure to radiation

(4) a sudden exposure to cooler temperatures