Explain How Proto-Oncogenes Contribute to Tumor Formation

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Essay

Explain how proto-oncogenes contribute to tumor formation.

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Definitions:

Bony Skeletons

Bony skeletons are composed of bones, providing structural support and protection to the body of vertebrate animals.

Jawless Scavengers

Aquatic organisms, such as hagfish, that lack jaws and feed on dead or dying fish, playing a vital role in the ocean's ecosystem by recycling nutrients.

Hagfish

A jawless marine fish known for its ability to produce a large amount of slime or mucus.

Cartilage Skeleton

A type of skeletal structure found in certain animals, including sharks and rays, that is made entirely of cartilage rather than bone.