Which of the following is the most appropriate description of a malignant tumor (cancer) under histopathological criteria?
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Correct answer: Atypia, basement-membrane invasion, and metastatic potential
Malignant neoplasms show disordered architecture, cytologic atypia, capacity to invade surrounding tissues through the basement membrane, and potential for metastasis — distinguishing them from benign or reactive lesions.
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