The Connection Between Stem Cells and Cancer Is That

question 14

Multiple Choice

The connection between stem cells and cancer is that

• A) all stem cells are also cancer cells.
• B) cells may become cancerous by expressing "stemness" genes.
• C) stem cells rescue cells that have become cancerous.
• D) stem cells become cancerous if a person smokes.
• E) both stem cells and cancer cells have inactivated telomerase.

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