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Cell Cycle Checkpoints and Cancer

Part of Cancer and Cell Division Control · GCSE GCSE Biology revision

This diagram covers Cell Cycle Checkpoints and Cancer within Cancer and Cell Division Control for GCSE Biology. Cancer development, cell cycle control mechanisms, tumor formation, risk factors, prevention methods, and treatment approaches It is section 7 of 18 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.

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Section 7 of 18

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Cell Cycle Checkpoints and Cancer

Painted side-by-side cell cycle comparison: LEFT normal cell cycle with green shield checkpoints functioning correctly, cell pauses to check for damage before dividing; RIGHT cancer cell cycle with broken red checkpoints, cell divides regardless of damage.

Figure: Normal cell cycle checkpoints prevent damaged cells from dividing, while cancer cells have dysfunctional checkpoints.

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Practice Questions for Cancer and Cell Division Control

In a healthy cell, cell division is controlled by:

A. Genes in the nucleus
B. Mitochondria releasing energy
C. The cell membrane thickness
D. Ribosomes making proteins

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Explain the difference between benign and malignant tumors.

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Quick Recall Flashcards

What is cancer?

Cancer is a group of diseases involving uncontrolled cell division, where cells divide continuously without normal restrictions.

Name three environmental carcinogens.

Tobacco smoke, UV radiation from sunlight, and asbestos fibers. (Also accept: ionizing radiation, benzene, formaldehyde, etc.)

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Cancer Development Process

How Does Cancer Develop?