You would like to induce a transversion mutation into a sequence of DNA. Which type of chemical mutagen would give you the best chance of inducing the correct mutation without causing transition mutations as well?

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Oxidative agents are known to cause transversion mutations by altering the structure of DNA bases, leading to incorrect base pairing, whereas other agents like base analogs and deaminating agents are more likely to cause transition mutations.

You Would Like to Induce a Transversion Mutation into a Sequence