Which of the Following Is a Way That a Tumor-Suppressor

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a way that a tumor-suppressor gene can lose its function?

• A) Gene mutation
• B) Aberrant DNA methylation
• C) Aneuploidy leading to loss of the tumor-suppressor gene
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Parapodia

Paired, lateral appendages found on each segment of polychaetes and some other annelids, used for locomotion and sometimes respiratory functions.

Radula

A rasping, tongue-like organ found in many molluscs, used for feeding by scraping or cutting food before ingestion.

Earthworms

Terrestrial invertebrate worms belonging to the phylum Annelida, known for their role in aerating soil and breaking down organic matter.

Polychaetes

A class of annelid worms characterized by segmented bodies and paired, bristle-like appendages, commonly found in marine environments.