Systemic Distribution of Cancer Cells to Other Sites of the Body

question 4

Multiple Choice

Systemic distribution of cancer cells to other sites of the body through the bloodstream or lymph is a process known as _____.

• A)apoptosis
• B)neoplasia
• C)angiogenesis
• D)metastasis
• E)malignant transformation.

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Definitions:

"Tree"

A perennial plant with an elongated stem, or trunk, supporting branches and leaves in most species.

Neuron

A nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system, responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for integrating sensory information and responding accordingly.

Specialized Neurons

Nerve cells that are tailored for specific tasks within the nervous system, such as sensory reception or muscle control.