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Which cellular process enables cancer cells to acquire limitless replicative potential?
Which cellular process enables cancer cells to acquire limitless replicative potential?
- Telomerase activation (correct)
- Angiogenesis
- Apoptosis inhibition
- Metastasis
What is the primary function of the tumour suppressor protein p53?
What is the primary function of the tumour suppressor protein p53?
- To inhibit apoptosis
- To induce cell cycle arrest (correct)
- To stimulate cell proliferation
- To promote angiogenesis
Which of the following is a characteristic of cancer cells?
Which of the following is a characteristic of cancer cells?
- Growth factor-dependent cell signaling
- Immortalization (correct)
- Finite replicative potential
- Cell cycle arrest
What is the role of the protein RasGTPase in cancer development?
What is the role of the protein RasGTPase in cancer development?
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Which of the following is a type of cancer therapy that targets immune system checkpoint inhibitors?
Which of the following is a type of cancer therapy that targets immune system checkpoint inhibitors?
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What is the primary function of the protein BRCA1?
What is the primary function of the protein BRCA1?
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Which of the following is a hallmark of cancer cells?
Which of the following is a hallmark of cancer cells?
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What is the role of the protein VEGF in cancer development?
What is the role of the protein VEGF in cancer development?
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Which of the following is a type of cancer therapy that targets telomerase?
Which of the following is a type of cancer therapy that targets telomerase?
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What is the primary function of the protein Bcl-2?
What is the primary function of the protein Bcl-2?
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