Asked by MAYRA MERCADO on May 06, 2024
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All cancer tumors are
A) invasive.
B) neoplastic.
C) malignant.
D) all of these.
Neoplastic
Characterized by new, abnormal growth of cells.
Tumors
Abnormal growths of tissue that result from uncontrolled cell division, and can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
- Identify the diverse categories of cancer along with their characteristics, such as sources and effects on death rates.
- Explain the variances between benign and malignant neoplasms in terms of their development, invasive capabilities, and metastatic potential.
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Wareesha SiddiquiMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
All cancer tumors are neoplastic (abnormal growth of cells), invasive (able to invade surrounding tissues), and malignant (able to spread to other parts of the body).
Learning Objectives
- Identify the diverse categories of cancer along with their characteristics, such as sources and effects on death rates.
- Explain the variances between benign and malignant neoplasms in terms of their development, invasive capabilities, and metastatic potential.