Describe the process of cancer development. Include important terms related to cancer growth and types of tumors

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Normal cells become cancerous when DNA is damaged, resulting in uncontrolled cell division. Cancer involves abnormal growth of cells. The abnormal growth may form a mass called a tumor. Tumors are classified as benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous).

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pulmonary angiography : Diagnostic procedure that evaluates the blood _____________ of the lungs.

Fill in the missing word in the definition for the key term.

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Increasing levels of obesity are related to inactivity as the average American now spends more than half of the day

A. sitting. B. eating. C. sleeping. D. online. E. texting.

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Which type of disorder is found in children of normal intelligence who have difficulties learning specific skills??

A) ?attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder B) ?dyslexia C) ?learning disabilities D) ?intellectual disability

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Condoms are shown to be effective at reducing the transmission of STIs in which of the following situations?

A) using lambskin condoms B) using condoms during anal sex C) using condoms almost every time D) using condoms correctly and consistently every time

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