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Oncogenes are created by mutations in
A. DNA repair genes
B. Mitochondrial genes
C. Proto-oncogenes
D. Tumor suppressor genes

Asked by leenyark

Answer (1)

Oncogenes are formed from mutations in proto-oncogenes , which normally regulate cell division. When proto-oncogenes mutate, they can lead to uncontrolled cell growth contributing to cancer. Understanding this distinction is key in studying cancer biology. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

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