PLSC 631 - Intermediate Genetics

The Eukaryotic Cell Cycle and the Genetics of Cancer Quiz

1. Detail what appears to be a universal controlling mechanism that regulates the transition from the G2 to M stage of the cell cycle.

2. Describe the relationship between normal oncogenes, cellular oncogenes and protooncogenes.

3. Describe the different molecular events that have been found to be associated with the activation of cancer in humans.

4. Provide a detailed comparison of the manner in which the Rb and p53 tumor suppressor genes control the onset of cancer.