In a process called ________, malignant cells give off growth factors that make new blood capillaries grow toward the tumor.

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Angiogenesis is the process through which new blood vessels form from pre-existing vessels. In the context of cancer, malignant cells can indeed release growth factors that stimulate angiogenesis, allowing the tumor to grow and spread by providing it with a blood supply.

In a Process Called ________, Malignant Cells Give Off Growth