Checkpoints in the cell cycle _______________.
A)recognize DNA damage
B)detect cellular abnormalities
C)can "halt" progression through the cell cycle if abnormalities in replication are detected
D)may allow cells to become senescent
E)all are correct choices

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All of the choices are correct. Checkpoints in the cell cycle are important for recognizing DNA damage, detecting cellular abnormalities, halting progression through the cell cycle if abnormalities in replication are detected, and allowing cells to become senescent. Without these checkpoints, cells could potentially divide with damaged DNA, leading to genetic mutations and potentially cancer.

Checkpoints in the Cell Cycle _______________