1. Cell Processes & Energy Cancer Chapter 2 Section 4

2. Cancer Caused by a mutation –When cells grow and divide uncontrollably Damages the tissues around the cells

3. Cancers Over 100 different types –Can occur in almost any part of the body Lung cancer is #1 cancer killer

4. Mutation Damage that causes DNA to change –Can cause cancer

5. Tumor A mass of abnormal cells that develops when cancerous cells divide and grow uncontrollably

6. Cancer Spreading If cancerous cells enter the bloodstream they can then spread through the body

7. Treatments for Cancer Surgery –To remove cancer cells Radiation –To kill remaining cancer cells Chemotherapy –To stop any remaining cells from dividing

8. Cancer Prevention Avoid tobacco Eat healthy foods