Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. A cicatrix is a scar.
2. In cyanosis, the skin turns black.
3. A comedo is commonly called a blackhead.
4. Diaphoresis is a whitening of the skin.
5. Hyperemia is a reddening of the skin.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
In cyanosis, the skin turns blue.
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
Diaphoresis is profuse sweating. Vitiligo is a whitening of the skin.
5. TRUE

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