Oncogenes Are Mutated Genes That Are ________

question 198

Multiple Choice

Oncogenes are mutated genes that are ________.

• A)carried by the Philadelphia chromosome
• B)contained in the cell nucleus
• C)in viral RNA but can go into the DNA of a cell
• D)pathogens like bacteria and viruses

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Definitions:

Simple Diffusion

The movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration without the need for energy.

Protein Digestion

is the process by which proteins are broken down into their constituent amino acids or small peptides, which can then be absorbed by the body.

Amino Acids

Organic compounds that combine to form proteins, serving as the building blocks of life, with both essential and non-essential variants for human health.

LDL Molecules

Low-density lipoprotein molecules; a type of lipoprotein responsible for transporting cholesterol to cells, often associated with an increased risk of heart disease.