Sunday, 28 December 2008 01:13. Gen means birth or origin, as in the book of Genesis, which explains the origin of the Earth; Muta means change; terato means monster; and carcino means crab. Thus, all three gens-are physical or chemical agents that cause or originate malformations. Mutagens cause changes (mutations) in the genetic material of cells.
The minimum acceptable GPA is 3.2. Applicants with a science, non-science, or overall GPA below 3.2 will not be considered. The average GPA is approximately 3.6 in science, non-science, and overall. All grades received for college credit are included in the AMCAS GPA calculation.
A lower than average GPA doesnât preclude attending medical school, but does raise challenges. By Veritas Prep, Contributor | Jan. 9, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. Strong GPAs, MCAT scores, and admissions essays are crucial for getting into medical school. However, sometimes life can throw unexpected roadblocks in your way.