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A mutation occurs that prevents a cell from taking in the glucose that it needs for energy production. What is most likely to happen?

A
A tumor will form.
B
The cell will divide uncontrollably.
C
The cell will die.
D
Nutrients are stolen from normal cells nearby.
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What is/are the function(s) of the cell cycle?

A
DNA replication
B
development of positive mutations
C
prevention of cancer
D
growth, repair, and reproduction of cells
4

At which point in the eukaryotic cell cycle does mitosis occur?

A
before the G1 phase
B
after the G2 phase
C
following the S phase
D
after the G0 phase
5

Which is the main reason cells are replaced in the body?

A
The cells are too large.
B
The cells are inactive.
C
The cells are damaged.
D
The cells are cancerous.
6

What is the function of interphase in the eukaryotic cell cycle?

A
cell repair
B
cell growth
C
cell reproduction
D
cell division
7

What process is typical of cancer?

A
replacement of damaged cells
B
DNA replication
C
cellular death
D
uncontrolled cell division
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Why is a skin graft necessary when cells are damaged by a third-degree burn?

A
to promote the repair of existing cells
B
to protect the area from infection
C
to prevent mutations
D
to replace damaged nerves

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