Pectus Carinatum Is Characterized by

question 35

Multiple Choice

Pectus carinatum is characterized by

• A) a depression in the lower body of the sternum.
• B) excessive concavity of the thoracic vertebrae.
• C) a marked protrusion of the sternum.
• D) ribs forced upward and inward.

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Definitions:

Oval Window

A membrane-covered opening that leads from the middle ear to the vestibule of the inner ear and is involved in the transmission of sound vibrations to the cochlea.

Photoreceptors

Cells located in the retina of the eye that are sensitive to light, enabling vision by converting light into chemical and electrical signals.

Mucus Secretion

The production and release of mucus by glands and cells in the body, serving to protect and lubricate surfaces and trap pathogens.

Olfactory Organ

A part of the olfactory system responsible for the sense of smell, primarily the nose and its associated structures.