Asked by chrissstty friend on Jun 12, 2024
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The most aggressive skin cancer is ____.
A) basal cell carcinoma
B) squamous cell carcinoma
C) melanoma
D) eczema
E) scabies
Melanoma
A type of skin cancer that develops from the pigment-producing cells known as melanocytes, which can become aggressive if not treated early.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
A type of skin cancer that begins in the basal cells and is often caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
a type of cancer that begins in the squamous cells, which are flat cells found in the skin and other organs.
- Recognize the prevalent varieties of skin cancer and their distinguishing features.
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CR
Claudia ReyesJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Melanoma is the most aggressive form of skin cancer, known for its ability to spread rapidly to other parts of the body if not detected and treated early.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the prevalent varieties of skin cancer and their distinguishing features.