Match each definition with the correct term.
-osteosarcoma
A)malignant tumor derived from connective tissue
B)malignant tumor derived from muscle tissue
C)malignant tumor in the upper shaft of long bones
D)new cancer site resulting from spreading
E)process by which cancer spreads

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Osteosarcoma is a malignant tumor that typically occurs in the upper shaft of long bones, such as the femur or tibia.

Answer: A
 Sarcoma is a type of cancer that arises from connective tissue, such as bone, muscle, or cartilage. Osteosarcoma specifically refers to a malignant tumor derived from bone tissue.

Answer: B
 Rhabdomyosarcoma is a type of cancer that arises from muscle tissue.

Answer: D
 Metastasis refers to the spread of cancer cells from the primary tumor site to other parts of the body, resulting in the formation of new cancer sites.

Answer: E
 Metastasis is the process by which cancer cells spread from the primary tumor site to other parts of the body, usually via the bloodstream or lymphatic system.

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term