Define Oncogenes and Oncogenic Viruses, and Explain How They Can

question 53

Essay

Define oncogenes and oncogenic viruses, and explain how they can be used in gene therapy.

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Definitions:

Transmission Medium

A material or substance that facilitates the transfer of energy or data between locations.

Bits Per Second

A unit of measurement for data transmission speed in digital networks, indicating the number of binary digits transmitted per second.

Token

A special data packet used to pass data on a network.

Data Collisions

A phenomenon where two or more data packets transmitted at the same time on a network segment collide, causing a disruption in communication.