What Role Does Oxygen Play in Photosynthesis and Cancer?
Oxygen is a byproduct of photosynthesis and is crucial for aerobic respiration in both plants and animals. In the context of cancer, oxygen levels within tumors can vary significantly, leading to hypoxic conditions. Hypoxia can drive cancer progression and resistance to therapy. Understanding how photosynthetic organisms manage oxygen production and consumption could offer strategies to manipulate tumor oxygenation and improve cancer treatment outcomes.
