Which one of the following is LEAST likely to cause mutations in DNA?
A) aflatoxins that are found in moldy grains
B) hydroxyl radicals formed as by-products of aerobic respiration
C) ultraviolet radiation from sunlight
D) light from an incandescent bulb

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Light from an incandescent bulb does not have enough energy to cause mutations in DNA, unlike the other options. Aflatoxins are known mutagens, hydroxyl radicals can cause oxidative damage to DNA, and UV radiation can directly damage DNA and lead to mutations.

Which One of the Following Is LEAST Likely to Cause