How Do Normal Cellular States Differ from Cancerous States?
Normal cells exhibit controlled growth, differentiation, and apoptosis. They adhere to tightly regulated mechanisms that maintain tissue homeostasis. In contrast, cancerous states are marked by uncontrolled proliferation, evasion of apoptosis, and the acquisition of invasive properties. These aberrant behaviors are driven by genetic mutations, epigenetic alterations, and dysregulated signaling pathways.