What genetic disorder is a type of dwarfism characterized by shortening of the upper and lower limbs?

A. albinism
B. sickle-cell disease
C. hemophilia
D. Down syndrome
E. achondroplasia


E

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Which of the following glands produce lubricating secretions with antibacterial properties, to protect most of the skin?

A. Ceruminous B. Sebaceous C. Apocrine D. Merocrine

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What does "B" represent?

A. Conus medullaris B. Cervical enlargement C. Spinal nerves D. Filium terminale E. Cauda equina

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The junction between an axon and the muscle fiber itself is called a ________ junction.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The body build that is massive and truncated, with a short, broad, and deep thorax, is ___________________.  

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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