Biology Lessons 6-7, 10-12 Quiz: Cell Cycle Checkpoints and Cell Death

G1-S, G2-M, Metaphase-anaphase

Cell division will not occur

Cell is assassinated, contents leak out, often irritating surrounding cells

<p>Cells break down in an organized manner, contents are packaged and distributed for other cells to use</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When cells ignore cell cycle stop signs, caused by several mutations</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A benign tumor is not cancerous and stays in one spot. It may grow larger and crowd nearby cells, impairing normal function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Metastasis is the spread of cancer cells from the initial location to another part of the body through the blood or lymph system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cell specialization is the process by which cells develop into cells that have specific functions within a multicellular organism. Cell differentiation is the process by which cells become specialized.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Carcinogens are agents that can cause DNA mutation. Examples include radiation (UV ray), virus (HPV), and chemical (tobacco cigarettes).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The treatment methods for cancer include Radiation Therapy, Chemotherapy, and Surgery. Radiation therapy uses radiation to kill cancer cells, chemotherapy involves chemical drugs, and surgery aims to remove tumors.</p> Signup and view all the answers