Atrophy is a term to describe

a. The diminishment of the size of cells, tissues and organs
b. Poor or difficult growth of cells
c. The excessive growth of a cell, tissue or organ
d. The increase in the number of cells


a. The diminishment of the size of cells, tissues and organs

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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