Chapter 23.2, Problem 26AQP

Summary Introduction

To explain:

The way in which a mutation resulting in nonfunctional RB protein contributes to cancer.

Introduction:

The cell cycle is the series of stages that allow the cell to pass from one cell division to another. They actively pass through ${\text{G}}_{\text{1}}$, S, and ${\text{G}}_{\text{2}}$ phases and then move directly to M phase. Nondividing cells pass from ${\text{G}}_{\text{1}}$ to ${\text{G}}_{\text{0}}$, which is a resting phase characterized by inactive or nondividing stage.