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


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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.

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Which of the following terms refers to the backbone?

a. cephalic b. otic c. umbilical d. vertebral

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