Match the terms with their correct descriptions/definitions.
-Loss of differentiation of cells; reversion to a more primitive type; anaplasia

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Dedifferentiation is the loss of differentiation of cells and a reversion to a more primitive type.

Answer: B
 Carcinogens are substances or agents that are capable of causing cancer.

Answer: C
 Carcinoma is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the epithelial tissue, which is the lining or covering of many internal and external organs of the body.

Answer: D
 Cellular oncogenes are genes that, when mutated or activated, can lead to the development of cancer.

Answer: E
 Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells.

Answer: F
 Dedifferentiation is the loss of differentiation of cells and a reversion to a more primitive type.

Answer: G
 DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the genetic material that carries genetic information in cells.

Answer: H
 Differentiating agents are substances or drugs that are capable of inducing or promoting differentiation of cells, which can help to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.

Answer: I
 Differentiation refers to the process by which cells become specialized and acquire specific functions.

Answer: J
 Electron beams are a type of radiation therapy that uses high-energy beams of electrons to kill cancer cells.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Descriptions/definitions