Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of Aging

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of aging of the integumentary system?

• A) loss of elastic fibers in the skin
• B) increase in activity of sweat and sebaceous glands
• C) decreased number of melanocytes
• D) loss of pigment in hair
• E) skin becomes thinner and more transparent

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