mutagenic

Definition of Mutagenic in English :

1. mutagenic

capable of inducing mutation (used mainly of extracellular factors such as X-rays or chemical pollution)

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Mutagenic

noun

a substance or agent that can induce genetic mutation

noun

Biology

any agent or substance, as X-rays, mustard gas, etc., capable of noticeably increasing the frequency of mutation

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.