The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Vocab 1

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What is mitosis?

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The regular process when a cell replicates all chromosomes and divides them into two distinct daughter cells.

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What does malignant mean?

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Infectious, invasive, or harmful.

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What is a biopsy?

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An examination of tissue that has been removed from a living body.

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What is the definition of an organ?

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A collection of tissues that form a functional unit that performs a specific function.

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What is radium?

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A rare radioactive metal that glows; used in cancer treatments and radiation.

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What are the stages of mitosis?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What is the difference between benign and malignant tumors?

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Benign tumors are non-cancerous and do not spread, while malignant tumors are cancerous and can invade nearby tissues.

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What is the purpose of a biopsy?

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To diagnose diseases, particularly cancer, by examining tissue samples.

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What role do organs play in the body?

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They perform specific functions necessary for the body's survival and health.

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How is radium used in medicine?

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It is used in cancer treatments, particularly in radiation therapy.