mu·ta·gen (my  t -jn, -j n )n. An agent, such as a chemical, ultraviolet light, or a radioactive element, that can induce or increase the frequency of mutation in an organism. [muta(tion) + -gen.] mu ta·genic adj.mu ta·geni·cal·ly adv.mu ta·ge·nici·ty (-j-n s-t ) n. |
mutagen [ˈmjuːtədʒən]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Genetics) a substance or agent that can induce genetic mutation
[from mutation + -gen]
mutagenic [ˌmjuːtəˈdʒɛnɪk] adj
mutagenicity n
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| Noun | 1. | mutagen - any agent (physical or environmental) that can induce a genetic mutation or can increase the rate of mutation agent - an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect; "their research uncovered new disease agents" |
Translations
mutagen
n (Biol) → Mutagen nt
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