Identifying Cancer-Causing Progress and Factors
Biological Processes When it comes to“Cancer”there are various processes and factors that may be linked to the question of“Why does cancer occur?” Here are some of the answers to this question: This transformation involves several biological processes such as abnormal cellular changes. Here’s a detailed explanation of normal cellular processes compared to the processes of transforming into cancerous cells.
Cell Cycle Regulation 1.
Normal cells follow a tightly regulated cell cycle, which includes phases for growth (G1), DNA replication (S), preparation for division (G2), and cell division (M). Checkpoints during the cell cycle ensure that cells only divide when conditions are optimal and DNA is undamaged.
Normal Cellular Processes
DNA Repair Mechanisms 2. Cells have mechanisms to repair damaged DNA. If DNA damage is detected, the cell cycle is halted to allow repair, preventing the propagation of mutations.
Apoptosis (Programmed Cell Death) 3. Apoptosis is a process where damaged or unwanted cells are systematically dismantled and removed without causing harm to the organism. It ensures that cells with severe DNA damage or errors are eliminated.
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