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question 25

a malignant black tumor of the skin is called:
a onychoma.
b xanthoma.
c adenoma.
d hidradenoma.
e melanoma.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Onychoma is a tumor of the nail, not related to skin's black malignant tumor.
• Option B: Xanthoma is a yellowish deposit of fat, not a black skin tumor.
• Option C: Adenoma is a benign tumor of glandular tissue, not a black skin tumor.
• Option D: Hidradenoma is a tumor of sweat glands, not a black skin tumor.
• Option E: Melanoma is a malignant tumor of melanocytes (cells that produce pigment), often appearing as a black tumor on the skin.

Answer:

E. melanoma