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Mutations in Cancer Video
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- Mutations can occur during cell division (mitosis).
- There is a very small error rate when cells replicate. But when 100 billion cells replicate each day, errors do occur.
- Fortunately, most mutations are meaningless. Also, our cells have several protective mechanisms.
- The mechanisms that protect DNA include proteins that repair damaged DNA or stop mitosis.
- Cancer is a disease caused by acquired mutations. But keep in mind, some can be inherited.
- Issues at the chromosome level are the most problematic.
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