A disease that occurs suddenly and does not last a long time is considered

A. local.
B. acute.
C. systemic.
D. chronic.


Answer: B

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a) lengthen. b) widen. c) does not expend energy. d) conduct electrical current. e) exhibit elasticity.

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When the inspiratory muscles relax, the rib cage returns to its original position as a result of ________.

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

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Which tonsils are located near the posterior opening of the nasal cavity?

a. pharyngeal tonsils b. palatine tonsils c. adenoids d. both A and C above

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Secretions from ________ glands contribute to the acid mantle that inhibits bacterial growth on the skin.

A. sebaceous B. apocrine sweat C. mammary D. ceruminous E. merocrine sweat

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