Carcinoma refers to :

Correct answer: B. Malignant tumours of the skin or mucous membrane

  • A. Malignant tumours of the connective tissue
  • B. Malignant tumours of the skin or mucous membrane
  • C. Malignant tumours of the colon
  • D. Benign tumours of the connective tissue.

Explanation

Carcinoma is a type of cancer that arises in the epithelium, which is the tissue that lines the skin and internal organs of the body. It may occur in any tissue containing epithelial cells. This category includes cervical cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer, stomach cancer, and others.

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