In Colorectal Cancer,several Genes Must Be Mutated in Order to Contribute

question 4

Multiple Choice

In colorectal cancer,several genes must be mutated in order to contribute to a cell developing into a cancer cell.Which of the following kinds of genes would you expect to be mutated?

• A)genes coding for enzymes that act in the colon
• B)genes involved in control of the cell cycle
• C)genes that are especially susceptible to mutation
• D)BRCA1 and BRCA2

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Definitions:

Parietal Lobes

Regions of the brain located behind the frontal lobes, important for integrating sensory information and in the processing of spatial orientation.

Hippocampus

A part of the brain involved in the formation of new memories and is also associated with learning and emotions.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved with instinct and mood, controlling basic emotions and drives.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain at the back of the skull in vertebrates, responsible for coordinating and regulating muscular activity.