Which of the following results in a spontaneous mutation?

A. exposure to ultraviolet light and benzo (a)-pyrene
B. exposure to X-rays
C. exposure to benzo (a)-pyrene, a chemical substance found in cigarette smoke
D. exposure to ultraviolet light
E. free radicals produced by cellular metabolism


Answer: E

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