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This How Does Chemotherapy Work? instructional video also includes:
Who would imagine that the use of mustard gas during World War I would lead to the discovery of chemotherapy? Learn more about how an investigation into this terrible weapon of war leads to the development of this modern cancer treatment.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have groups investigate the other types of chemotherapies and currently promising cancer treatments
Classroom Considerations
- Be sensitive to the possibility that pupils may have family members undergoing cancer treatment
Pros
- The animations make clear how the chemical agents work within the cells
- The "Dig Deeper" section provides links to other forms of cancer treatments
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