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Zulu123

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on: Jun 27, 2018
An eye disease characterized by increased intraocular pressure is:
 
  A) ophthalmomalacia
  B) glaucoma
  C) keratitis
  D) cataract

Question 2

The prefix peri- means to follow after.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: In glaucoma, a loss of vision occurs when the fluid pressure within the anterior chamber of the eyeball (called intraocular pressure) rises above normal due to a blockage in a small opening that normally drains the fluid.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: The prefix peri- means around.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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