Human Biology, 14 Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 19 - Engage - Page 433: 1

Answer

These are gene cell signaling genes that regulate the cell function by sending signals into the cell cycle.

Work Step by Step

Some genes can inhibit the start of the cell cycle. In either case, if these genes are not functioning normally, cell division becomes uncontrolled and benign or malignant tumors may result.
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