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-Region of genetic material that causes cancer; found in tumor cells or viruses

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Match the terms or abbreviations with their correct descriptions/definitions.

-Region of genetic material that causes cancer; found in tumor cells or viruses

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An oncogene is a region of genetic material that is capable of causing cancer. It can be found in either tumor cells or viruses.

Answer: B
 DNA is the genetic material that carries the instructions for the development, function, and reproduction of all living things.

Answer: D
 A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence that can occur spontaneously or as a result of exposure to certain chemicals, radiation, or viruses.

Answer: I
 A virus is a small infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of other organisms and can cause disease in those organisms.

Answer: H
 Ultraviolet radiation is a type of radiation that is present in sunlight and can cause damage to DNA, leading to mutations and potentially cancer.

Answer: A
 Chemical carcinogens are substances that can cause cancer by damaging DNA and other cellular components.

Answer: F
 Radiation is energy that is emitted from a source and can be harmful to living organisms at high levels of exposure.

Answer: G
 RNA is a single-stranded nucleic acid that is involved in the synthesis of proteins and other cellular functions.

Answer: C
 Mitosis is the process by which cells divide and replicate their genetic material to form two identical daughter cells.

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