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tth

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An autoimmune disorder characterized by the production of excessive epidermal cells and silvery scales on the skin is known as ________.
 
  A) psoriasis
  B) a sarcoma
  C) lupus erythematosus
  D) malignant melanoma

Question 2

________ is a substance found in the liver, lungs, and other body tissues that inhibits blood clotting.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) Correct Psoriasis has silvery scales and plaques of excessive epidermal cells.
B) This does not describe a sarcoma.
C) This does not describe lupus erythematosus.
D) This does not describe malignant melanoma.

Answer to Question 2

Heparin



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