Genetic Analysis: An Integrated Approach (3rd Edition)
Genetic Analysis: An Integrated Approach (3rd Edition)
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780134605173
Author: Mark F. Sanders, John L. Bowman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter C, Problem 2P
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The growing mass of abnormal cells is known as tumor.

The difference between a benign tumor and a malignant tumor

Example of a benign tumor that becomes a malignant tumor

The cause of conversion of the benign tumor into a malignant tumor

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A tumor is an abnormal mass of cells that is a result of abnormal cell division and cell growth. A Cell becomes abnormal when their DNA is damaged. Tumors can be benign or malignant. There are a number of different types of tumors. The causes of tumor are often unknown. It can be genetic, diet, stress, injury, inflammation, environmental toxins etc.

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