Which Describes the Main Mechanism of Action of Alkylating Agents

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which describes the main mechanism of action of alkylating agents?

• A) The agents can become incorporated into the structures of DNA and RNA, resulting in a disruption of nucleic acid function.
• B) When cancer cells attempt to synthesize proteins, RNA, or DNA metabolic pathways are disrupted and the cancer cells die or their growth is slowed.
• C) They change the shape of the DNA double helix and prevent nucleic acid from completing normal cell division.
• D) They either directly or indirectly bind to cancer cells causing an activation of the immune response which results in the destruction of the cancer cells.

Describe various circuits within the nervous system and their functional implications.

Understand the concept and role of different types of neural circuits in neuronal communication.

Comprehend how signals in synaptic transmission are initiated and terminated.

Recognize the implications of synaptic modifications and the effects of various substances on synaptic communication.

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