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Cactus spines are modified leaves adapted for dry climates, while the leaves of the Venus flytrap plant are adapted to capture insects. These structures are therefore ____.


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Tumor Supresser Gene

A gene that protects a cell from one step on the path to cancer. When this gene mutates or is absent, it can lead to tumor formation.

P53

A tumor suppressor protein that plays a crucial role in cell cycle regulation, DNA repair, and apoptosis.

Cancer

Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body, potentially leading to death if not treated.

Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC)

A set of cell surface proteins essential for the acquired immune system to recognize foreign molecules and thus helps determine compatibility of organs for transplant, among other functions.

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