alleryCells keep dividing despite contact with neighbouring cells. Which normal property has been lost?
AAntibody secretion
BPhagocytosis
CReverse transcription
DContact inhibition
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Contact inhibition
Contact with neighbouring cells normally inhibits uncontrolled growth. Cancer cells lose this contact inhibition and may form tumours.
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