In the Hallmarks of Cancer, 'Limitless Replicative Potential' is primarily achieved through:
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Correct answer: Upregulation of the enzyme telomerase
Normal cells have a limited number of divisions before telomeres shorten and induce senescence. Most cancer cells upregulate telomerase to maintain telomere length, effectively bypassing the 'Hayflick limit' and becoming immortal.
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