normal growth. Cancer begins when some cells escape from the normal controls on cell division, so too many cells are produced. To learn more about how cancers develop, read "Understanding Cancer", available at https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/understanding/what-is-cancer or the associated student handout available on Canvas (recommended). 1. In situ or benign tumors can usually be treated successfully by surgical removal. In contrast, cancers (i.e., tumors which have become malignant) are much more dangerous and harder to treat. Explain why. (5 pts)
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