How Do Errors During Cell Division Lead to Cancer?
During cell division, errors can occur that lead to an incorrect number of chromosomes, a condition known as aneuploidy. This can disrupt normal cell function and contribute to cancer. Errors in the spindle assembly checkpoint, which ensures accurate chromosome segregation, can result in aneuploidy. Additionally, defects in the telomeres and telomerase enzyme, which protect chromosome ends during replication, can lead to genomic instability and cancer.
