Children Who Are Severely Deficient in Protein May Develop Swollen

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Essay

Children who are severely deficient in protein may develop swollen bodies (a condition called kwashiorkor) due to an accumulation of fluid in their tissues. Based on your knowledge of the role of albumin in the blood, explain how this might happen.

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Definitions:

Delta Waves

Slow brain waves predominantly observed in the deepest stages of sleep, indicating deep sleep and unconsciousness.

Stage 3 Sleep

A deep stage of sleep characterized by low frequency delta waves, essential for restorative sleep functions.

Electroencephalograph (EEG)

A device used to record the electrical activity of the brain through electrodes placed on the scalp.

Theta Waves

Brainwave patterns associated with stages 1 and 2 of sleep, characterized by lower frequency and higher amplitude, and often linked to creativity and emotional processing.