An endocrine and metabolic disorder of the musculoskeletal system, called ________, results in thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is more common in women than men and may be caused by inadequate calcium consumption, estrogen deficiency, or alcoholism.
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A) 0.24 gm B) 2.4 gm C) 24 gm D) 40 gm
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All of the following are causes of acne EXCEPT:
A) Heredity. B) Eating chocolate. C) Hormones. D) Medications.
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Instead of having lymphatic sinuses, the ________ have blood sinuses
A) thymus B) spleen C) tonsils D) lymph nodes
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In 1970, cardiovascular research indicated that high blood pressure (hypertension) increased the risk of ____.
A. migraine headache B. obesity C. stroke D. heart attack
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