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APUS57

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A chronic disease characterized by enlargement of the bones of the face, jaw, and extremities is called:
 
  A) cretinism.
  B) dwarfism.
  C) acromegaly.
  D) hyperkalemia.

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The process whereby nutrient material is taken into the bloodstream or lymph and travels to all cells of the body is ________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Cretinism is a condition characterized by arrested physical and mental development.
B) Dwarfism is a condition characterized by lack of normal growth.
C) Correct.
D) Hyperkalemia is a condition characterized by excessive amounts of potassium in the blood.

Answer to Question 2

absorption


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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