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RYAN BANYAN

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Which of the following is characterized by breakdown of the lungs' elastic structure and destruction of the walls of the bronchioles and alveoli, reducing the surface area involved in respiration?
 a. Asthma b. Chronic bronchitis
  c. Emphysema d. Pneumonia

Question 2

Which of the following does NOT typically decrease in starvation?
 a. Metabolic rate b. Mental alertness
  c. Immune function d. Body temperature



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Zebsrer

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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

b



RYAN BANYAN

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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