Carcinogenesis
noun
The process by which normal cells change into cancer cells.
Chemicals in tobacco smoke are known to contribute to carcinogenesis.

Often appears as...
- carcinogenic factors
- mechanisms of carcinogenesis
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Formal
tumor formation, cancer research, cell mutation
noun
The biochemical and cellular events leading to the formation of cancer.
Research on carcinogenesis is essential for developing effective cancer treatments.

Often appears as...
- study of carcinogenesis
- carcinogenesis pathways
Usage tips
Formal
cancer biology, cell biology, genetic mutation
noun
The process by which normal cells change into cancer cells.
Chemicals in tobacco smoke are known to contribute to carcinogenesis.

Often appears as...
- carcinogenic factors
- mechanisms of carcinogenesis
Usage tips
Formal
tumor formation, cancer research, cell mutation
noun
The biochemical and cellular events leading to the formation of cancer.
Research on carcinogenesis is essential for developing effective cancer treatments.

Often appears as...
- study of carcinogenesis
- carcinogenesis pathways
Usage tips
Formal
cancer biology, cell biology, genetic mutation
Definition 1 of 2

Understanding health risks
Knowing what causes cancer helps in prevention
Many factors can influence carcinogenesis.
Understanding health risks
Knowing what causes cancer helps in prevention
Many factors can influence carcinogenesis.
Understanding health risks
Knowing what causes cancer helps in prevention
Many factors can influence carcinogenesis.
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