A category of disease caused by progressive destruction of cells due to disease or the aging process

A) idiopathic
B) iatrogenic
C) degenerative
D) environmental


C
Explanation: A) Idiopathic disease does not have an identified cause.
B) Iatrogenic disease is caused by the physician or treatment.
C) Correct!
D) Environmental disease is caused by something in the environment.

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