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Define tumor-suppressor genes.Why is a mutation in a single copy of a tumor-suppressor gene expected to behave as a recessive gene?
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They function by controlling cell growth, repairing damaged DNA, and promoting apoptosis (programmed cell death) when necessary. When these genes are functioning correctly, they help maintain the stability of the cell's genome and prevent uncontrolled cell Show more…
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