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What is one factor that can reduce the risk of cancer, according to the text?
What is one factor that can reduce the risk of cancer, according to the text?
- Engaging in regular smoking
- Consuming alcohol in moderation
- Avoiding exposure to UV radiation (correct)
- Increasing consumption of charred foods
Which food habit is suggested to reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer?
Which food habit is suggested to reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer?
- Avoiding fresh fruits and vegetables
- Including antioxidants and fiber-rich foods in the diet (correct)
- Eating charred foods regularly
- Consuming foods cooked at high temperatures
What is a behavior that can increase the risk of cancer according to the text?
What is a behavior that can increase the risk of cancer according to the text?
- Avoiding foods cooked at high temperatures
- Smoking cigarettes (correct)
- Regular exercise
- Avoiding alcohol consumption
Which vaccine is recommended to reduce the risk of certain cancers?
Which vaccine is recommended to reduce the risk of certain cancers?
What is a method suggested for early detection of cancer?
What is a method suggested for early detection of cancer?
How can one reduce their exposure to UV radiation according to the text?
How can one reduce their exposure to UV radiation according to the text?
Which lifestyle habit may help in lowering the risk of cancer?
Which lifestyle habit may help in lowering the risk of cancer?
What happens during interphase in the cell cycle?
What happens during interphase in the cell cycle?
Which type of cells exit the cell cycle and go into G0?
Which type of cells exit the cell cycle and go into G0?
What is the purpose of replicating DNA before cell division?
What is the purpose of replicating DNA before cell division?
What is the function of checkpoints in the cell cycle?
What is the function of checkpoints in the cell cycle?
Which signals regulate the progression through the cell cycle?
Which signals regulate the progression through the cell cycle?
What are the daughter cells produced in mitosis?
What are the daughter cells produced in mitosis?
Which phase of the cell cycle includes G1, S, and G2?
Which phase of the cell cycle includes G1, S, and G2?
What is the main function of mitosis?
What is the main function of mitosis?
What is a mutation?
What is a mutation?
How do benign tumors differ from malignant tumors?
How do benign tumors differ from malignant tumors?
What role do tumor suppressor genes play in cancer prevention?
What role do tumor suppressor genes play in cancer prevention?
Which factor increases the risk for certain cancers due to genetic predisposition?
Which factor increases the risk for certain cancers due to genetic predisposition?
What is one of the common forms of cancer treatment involving the use of chemicals to inhibit cell division or kill cancer cells?
What is one of the common forms of cancer treatment involving the use of chemicals to inhibit cell division or kill cancer cells?
How do cancer cells with mutations in tumor suppressor genes differ from normal cells?
How do cancer cells with mutations in tumor suppressor genes differ from normal cells?
What causes cancer cells to divide uncontrollably through mitosis?
What causes cancer cells to divide uncontrollably through mitosis?
How do benign tumors differ from malignant tumors with respect to invasion and spread?
How do benign tumors differ from malignant tumors with respect to invasion and spread?
What is the significance of genetic predisposition in cancer incidence?
What is the significance of genetic predisposition in cancer incidence?
Match the following cell cycle phases with their descriptions:
Match the following cell cycle phases with their descriptions:
Match the following terms related to cell division with their meanings:
Match the following terms related to cell division with their meanings:
Match the following statements about the cell cycle with their correct descriptions:
Match the following statements about the cell cycle with their correct descriptions:
Match the following terms with their associated actions in the cell cycle:
Match the following terms with their associated actions in the cell cycle:
Match the following functions in the cell cycle with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following functions in the cell cycle with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following cancer risk reduction strategies with their descriptions:
Match the following cancer risk reduction strategies with their descriptions:
Match the following cancer risk reduction strategies with their recommendations:
Match the following cancer risk reduction strategies with their recommendations:
Match the following strategies for mitigating cancer risks with their practices:
Match the following strategies for mitigating cancer risks with their practices:
Match the following dietary recommendations with their potential benefits:
Match the following dietary recommendations with their potential benefits:
Match the following lifestyle habits with their impact on cancer risk:
Match the following lifestyle habits with their impact on cancer risk:
Match the following factors with their impact on the risk of developing cancer:
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Match the following cancer treatments with their descriptions:
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Match the following mutations associated with cancer with their effects:
Match the following mutations associated with cancer with their effects:
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Match the following cancer characteristics with their definitions:
Match the following cancer growth abilities with their descriptions:
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Match the following DNA mutation causes with their sources:
Match the following DNA mutation causes with their sources:
Match the following genetic effects on cancer risk with their outcomes:
Match the following genetic effects on cancer risk with their outcomes:
Match the following cell signaling abnormalities with their effects on cancer cells:
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Match the items with their impact on tumor characteristics
Match the items with their impact on tumor characteristics
During interphase, the cell is not carrying out its normal growth and metabolism.
During interphase, the cell is not carrying out its normal growth and metabolism.
Cells like mature muscle cells and neurons continuously go through the cell cycle.
Cells like mature muscle cells and neurons continuously go through the cell cycle.
Mitosis results in two new cells that are genetically different from each other.
Mitosis results in two new cells that are genetically different from each other.
Cell communication does not play a role in regulating the progression through the cell cycle.
Cell communication does not play a role in regulating the progression through the cell cycle.
Replicating DNA before cell division ensures that each new cell will have its own copy of the DNA.
Replicating DNA before cell division ensures that each new cell will have its own copy of the DNA.
Growth factors play no role in signaling cells to continue with the cell cycle and divide.
Growth factors play no role in signaling cells to continue with the cell cycle and divide.
The main function of mitosis is to reduce the number of chromosomes in each daughter cell.
The main function of mitosis is to reduce the number of chromosomes in each daughter cell.
Cells must go through a sequence of events known as apoptosis to divide successfully.
Cells must go through a sequence of events known as apoptosis to divide successfully.
Cells that exit the cell cycle and go into G0 no longer divide.
Cells that exit the cell cycle and go into G0 no longer divide.
Cell division does not require the replication of DNA.
Cell division does not require the replication of DNA.
Mitosis is important for growth, repair, and replacing old cells.
Mitosis is important for growth, repair, and replacing old cells.
Benign tumors are always cancerous and disrupt normal body functions.
Benign tumors are always cancerous and disrupt normal body functions.
Cancer cells divide uncontrollably due to mutations in genes involved in cell cycle regulation.
Cancer cells divide uncontrollably due to mutations in genes involved in cell cycle regulation.
Tumor suppressor genes encode proteins that function as 'go' signals during the cell cycle.
Tumor suppressor genes encode proteins that function as 'go' signals during the cell cycle.
Spontaneous mutations occur due to chemical carcinogens.
Spontaneous mutations occur due to chemical carcinogens.
Radiation, such as X-rays and UV light, can cause mutations in DNA.
Radiation, such as X-rays and UV light, can cause mutations in DNA.
Cancer treatment commonly includes surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.
Cancer treatment commonly includes surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.
Genetic predisposition does not affect the risk of developing certain cancers.
Genetic predisposition does not affect the risk of developing certain cancers.
Angiogenesis is a process where tumors promote blood vessel growth for nutrient supply.
Angiogenesis is a process where tumors promote blood vessel growth for nutrient supply.
Cell cycle 'stop signs' are missing in cancer cells due to mutations in tumor suppressor genes.
Cell cycle 'stop signs' are missing in cancer cells due to mutations in tumor suppressor genes.
Eating fresh fruits and vegetables can increase the risk of certain forms of cancer.
Eating fresh fruits and vegetables can increase the risk of certain forms of cancer.
Alcohol consumption is not linked to any forms of cancer.
Alcohol consumption is not linked to any forms of cancer.
HPV vaccine and Hepatitis B vaccines are not associated with reducing the risk of cancer.
HPV vaccine and Hepatitis B vaccines are not associated with reducing the risk of cancer.
Regular exercise has no impact on reducing the risk of cancer.
Regular exercise has no impact on reducing the risk of cancer.
Cancer screening is not recommended as it does not help in early detection and treatment.
Cancer screening is not recommended as it does not help in early detection and treatment.
Genetic predisposition plays a role in cancer incidence.
Genetic predisposition plays a role in cancer incidence.
Mitigating cancer risks involves avoiding all types of vaccines.
Mitigating cancer risks involves avoiding all types of vaccines.
UV radiation exposure can be reduced by wearing protective clothing and using sunblock.
UV radiation exposure can be reduced by wearing protective clothing and using sunblock.
Air pollution does not contain any carcinogens.
Air pollution does not contain any carcinogens.
Charred foods and foods cooked at high temperatures do not pose any cancer risk.
Charred foods and foods cooked at high temperatures do not pose any cancer risk.
Study Notes
Cell Division and Cell Cycle
- Cells in the body need to divide to replace old or dead cells.
- The cell cycle consists of interphase (I), which includes G1, S, and G2, and mitosis (M).
- In interphase, the cell grows, replicates its DNA, and prepares for cell division.
- Checkpoints ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next step and that DNA hasn't been damaged.
- Cell communication regulates progression through the cell cycle.
- Mitosis is a special type of cell division resulting in two genetically identical daughter cells.
Mitosis
- Mitosis is important for growth, repair, and replacing old or dead cells.
- There are multiple stages to mitosis, but they won't be discussed in this class.
Cancer
- Cancer is defined as uncontrolled cell division due to an accumulation of multiple mutations.
- Mutations occur in genes involved in cell cycle regulation, cell signaling, DNA repair, and adhesion.
- These mutations allow cells to divide uncontrollably, often forming tumors.
Characteristics of Cancer Cells
- Cancer cells can invade nearby tissues, promote angiogenesis, and metastasize.
- Cancer cells may have mutations in tumor suppressor genes, leading to a lack of cell cycle "stop signs," DNA repair, and apoptosis.
- Cancer cells may interfere with normal cell signaling, producing and responding to their own growth factors.
Causes of Mutations
- Spontaneous mutations: mistakes made by the enzyme involved in DNA replication.
- Chemical carcinogens: chemicals that damage DNA, such as asbestos, benzene, and acetaldehyde.
- Certain pathogens: disease-causing microbes, such as HPV and Helicobacter pylori.
- Radiation: high-energy waves, such as X-rays and UV light.
- Genetic predisposition: born with certain mutations that increase the risk of certain cancers.
Cancer Treatment and Prevention
- Cancer treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.
- Factors that impact our risk for developing cancer include genetic predisposition, age, and lifestyle choices.
- Prevention and mitigation strategies include reducing UV radiation, eating a healthy diet, avoiding carcinogens, exercising regularly, and getting recommended cancer screenings.
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Test your knowledge on cell division and the cell cycle, including interphase, G1, S, and G2 phases. Learn about the different events that occur during cell division and how cells go through the process of dividing.
