A-LevelBiologyNucleic acids and protein synthesis9700/12 · May/June 2014 · Q321 Mark
Which flow diagram correctly describes the effect of tar entering the lungs?
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Acarcinogens come into contact with DNA → mutation occurs → uncontrolled cell division
Bgoblet cells secrete more mucus → mucus accumulates causing infection → phagocytes attracted by inflammation
Cmucus accumulates causing infection → phagocytes attracted by inflammation → elastase destroys the alveolar walls
Dmutation occurs → phagocytes attracted by inflammation → causes irritation and coughing
✓ Correct answer
A: carcinogens come into contact with DNA → mutation occurs → uncontrolled cell division
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