The accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space is called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
edema
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A. polar.?B. nonpolar.?C. amphipathic.?D. amphiprotic.
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a) phosphates b) bicarbonate c) creatinine d) urea
Which of the following disorders is associated with excessive secretion of growth hormone?
A. Acromegaly B. Achondroplasia C. Marfans syndrome D. Heterotopic bone
The condition known as "flat feet" is due to a lower-than-normal longitudinal arch in the foot. A problem with which of the following would most likely contribute to this condition?
A) a loose Achilles tendon B) weak tarsometatarsal joints C) weakness in the ligaments that attach the calcaneus to the distal ends of the metatarsals D) weakness in the ligaments that attach the talus to the tibia E) poor alignment of the phalanges with the metatarsals