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berenicecastro

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on: Aug 20, 2018
In _______________, which is caused by the weakening of the gastroesophageal sphincter, gastric juices reflux into the esophagus and irritate the mucosal lining.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

What process occurs when body size increases as a result of an increase in the number and/or size of cells?
 a. Development
  b. Growth
  c. Maturation
  d. Aging


kingdude89

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD

Answer to Question 2

b


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