Which of the following prevent uncontrolled cell division?

a. Proto-oncogenes
b. Tumor suppressor genes
c. Gene mutations
d. Negative regulators


b. Tumor suppressor genes

Tumor suppressor genes prevent uncontrolled cell division.

Biology & Microbiology

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There is a genetic basis for differences in foraging behavior among fruit fly larvae. Some larvae crawl around a lot eating yeast that grows on decaying fruit. These larvae are called:

a. seekers b. sitters c. hunters d. rovers e. mobile eaters

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All of the following are involved in the regulation of the rate and depth of breathing EXCEPT which one?

A) carotid and aortic bodies B) blood levels of CO2 C) blood levels of O2 D) bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli E) medulla oblongata

Biology & Microbiology

The hypocotyl connects the radicle with the cotyledons. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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