GCSE Biology - Cancer
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Cancer
Uncontrolled cell division forming tumors.
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Benign Tumor
Does not spread; non-cancerous.
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Malignant Tumor
Spreads to other tissues; cancerous.
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Causes of Cancer
Mutations in DNA caused by carcinogens like tobacco smoke, UV radiation, viruses, and inherited mutations.
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Uncontrolled Mitosis
Leads to tumor growth.
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Surgery as Cancer Treatment
Removal of tumors.
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Chemotherapy
Drugs that kill cancer cells.
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Radiotherapy
Radiation to destroy cancer cells.
