Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Yr 1 - DNA > Cancer > Flashcards

Cancer Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
Biology 101 flashcards
1
Q

Definition of cancer

A

A disease caused by uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What enables this uncontrolled division?

A
  1. Immortal
  2. Resistant to -ve growth factors
  3. Resistant to apoptosis
  4. Stop inhibitory signals
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

Yr 1 - DNA (6 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions