Which of the following statements is true?

a. Gene mutations occur independently of each
other.
b. Gene mutations are relatively rare.
c. Ionizing radiation causes chromosomal damage
and free radical formation.
d. Mutations are random; that is, it is impossible to
predict exactly when a specific gene will mutate,
but an expected frequency can be assigned.
e. All of these are true.


Answer: e

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