Chapter C, Problem 2P

Summary Introduction

To analyze:

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

Introduction:

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.