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P68T

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A(n) ________ is a mass of cells whose growth is uncontrolled and that serves no useful function in the body.
 
  a. polyp
  b. tumor
  c. cyst
  d. nodule
  e. aneurism

Question 2

Which of the following is true of a benign brain tumor?
 
  a. Benign tumors cause damage through glutamate release.
  b. Benign tumors damage brain tissue by infiltration.
  c. The flow of CSF can be increased by a growing benign tumor.
  d. Benign tumors are encapsulated.
  e. Benign tumors induce apoptosis cascades which kill neurons.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: b. tumor

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d. Benign tumors are encapsulated.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jun 22, 2018
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