A Mutation That Causes an Increase in Function in a Tumor

question 6

Multiple Choice

A mutation that causes an increase in function in a tumor suppressor gene would not likely cause cancer because a tumor suppressor protein

• A) normally promotes the cell cycle.
• B) normally responds to growth factors.
• C) activates a signal transduction pathway.
• D) inactivates growth factors.
• E) does not promote cell division.

Understand the nitrogen cycle's processes and how they contribute to ecological balance.

Identify the role of specific biogeochemical cycles (e.g., phosphorus, nitrogen) in supporting life on earth.

Understand how alterations to biogeochemical cycles can impact climate, organism growth, and ecosystem health.

Assess the interconnectedness of all forms of life through earth's chemical cycles.