The Ames test is used to determine if a chemical:
A)increases the rate at which a bacterial cell divides
B)decreases the number of cells in a culture
C)induces mutations in a cell's DNA
D)decreases the ability of a cell to photosynthesize

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The Ames test is an assay used to detect inducing mutations in a given chemical compound by observing its effects on the growth of bacteria. The test specifically measures whether a chemical can cause mutations in the DNA of the bacteria used in the assay. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer.

The Ames Test Is Used to Determine If a Chemical