Is a sarcoma malignant tumor that arises from connective tissue?

Yes, sarcoma is a malignant tumor that arises from connective tissue. Connective tissue is the tissue that connects and supports other tissues and organs in the body. It includes bones, cartilage, fat, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Sarcomas can occur in any part of the body, but they are most common in the limbs, trunk, and head and neck.