Organisation -> Health + Disease Flashcards by محسن .

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What causes cancer?

A

Uncontrolled cell division

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Explain what is meant by a malignant tumour (3)

A

Uncontrolled cell division causes cancer
Invades neighbouring tissues
Cells spread to different parts of the body

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Explain what is meant by a benign tumour (3)

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Uncontrolled cell division causes cancer
Does not invade neighbouring tissues
Cells stay in one place

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