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Which one of the following is NOT a property of cancerous cells whereas the remaining three are?

  1. A
    They show contact inhibition
  2. B
    They compete with normal cells for vital nutrients
  3. C
    They do not remain confined in the area of formation
  4. D
    They divide in an uncontrolled manner

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Normal cells show a property called contact inhibition, where contact with other cells inhibits their uncontrolled growth. Cancerous cells lose this property, which is why they continue to divide and form masses (tumors). They also show metastasis (spreading), uncontrolled division, and nutrient competition.

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Which one of the following is NOT a property of cancerous cells whereas the remaining three are?
A
They show contact inhibition
B
They compete with normal cells for vital nutrients
C
They do not remain confined in the area of formation
D
They divide in an uncontrolled manner

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