Genetic errors play a crucial role in the development of cancer. These errors, also known as mutations, can occur in various genes that regulate cell growth and division. When these genes, such as oncogenes or tumor suppressor genes, are mutated, they may either promote uncontrolled cell growth or fail to stop it, leading to cancer. Mutations can be inherited or acquired due to environmental factors such as exposure to carcinogens like tobacco smoke or UV radiation.
