Because the Immune System Should Recognize and Destroy Mutated Cells

question 58

True/False

Because the immune system should recognize and destroy mutated cells, cancer may indicate a failure of the immune system.

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Definitions:

Pentose Sugar

A type of simple sugar (monosaccharide) with five carbon atoms in its molecule, essential in the structure of RNA and DNA.

Cohesive Property

The characteristic of molecules sticking together due to mutual attraction, important for the surface tension of water and capillary action.

Adhesive Property

Adhesive property refers to the ability of a substance to stick or bind to the surface of another material.

Electronegativity

A measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons when it forms a chemical bond.