In the Carcinogenic Process, What Happens During the Initiation Stage

question 64

Multiple Choice

In the carcinogenic process, what happens during the initiation stage?

• A)DNA changes are passed on to more cells during cell replication.
• B)A carcinogen causes permanent damage to DNA.
• C)A carcinogen acts repeatedly on cells with damaged DNA.
• D)A gene is activated that promotes cell proliferation.

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