Question

Is a carcinogen a mutagen?

Answer 1

1. A mutagen is a physical or chemical agent or substance that causes change in the genetic constitution or make-up of an individual.
2. Mutagen causes changes in the DNA structure thereby leading to mutations.
3. A carcinogen is a substance that causes cancer.
4.  Usually, mutations lead to cancer.
5. Hence, carcinogens are more often than not mutagens.