Cancer Cells Flashcards
1
Q
Benign cell - Describe
A
Benign cells/tumours do not affect the body
2
Q
Malignant - Describe
A
Cells are harmful to other organs of the body
3
Q
6 areas of the body where cancer can develop. One area/organ cancer can not occur?
A
- Blood
- Bone
- Brain
- Lung
- Liver
- Skin
The heart
4
Q
2 things that you can do to reduce chance of getting cancer
A
- Have a healthy government
- Don’t smoke
- Wear sunscreen
5
Q
What makes a cancer cell?
A
When the cell division is out of control. Continues to divide until a tumour develops.
