What cardiac disorder is characterized by the death of myocardial tissue due to ischemia?

A. Angina pectoris
B. Myocardial infarction
C. Congestive heart failure
D. Atherosclerosis


Answer: B

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Cartilage tissues are likely to be slow in healing following an injury because

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