Asked by tatiana vayserberg on May 27, 2024

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A neuroblastoma is a:

A) nerve cell.
B) neuroglia.
C) malignant tumor.
D) benign tumor.

Neuroblastoma

A cancer that develops from immature nerve cells found in several areas of the body, most commonly affecting children.

Malignant Tumor

A type of cancerous growth capable of invasion and spread to surrounding and distant tissues.

Nerve Cell

A specialized, electrically excitable cell that communicates with other cells via specialized connections called synapses; fundamental unit of the nervous system.

  • Identify and distinguish various neurological conditions and diseases through their symptoms and diagnostic test results.
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Shaquan WashingtonMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A neuroblastoma is a malignant tumor that originates in nerve cells. It is a type of cancer that usually affects children and can occur in various parts of the body, including the neck, chest, abdomen, and pelvis. The tumor arises from abnormal or immature nerve cells called neuroblasts.