Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning Polycythemia Vera

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning polycythemia vera?

• A) It may be caused by living at high altitudes or an elevation in carbon monoxide.
• B) Causes include use of diuretics, vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive sweating.
• C) It occurs primarily in children.
• D) The cause is unknown.

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Definitions:

Oxidation Number

The oxidation number is a value assigned to an element in a chemical compound that represents the number of electrons lost or gained by an atom of that element in the compound.

Oxygen

A chemical element with the symbol O, essential for most forms of life and known for its role in combustion and respiration.

MgO

Magnesium oxide, a white hygroscopic solid mineral that is used as a refractory material, in medication, and as a magnesium source in animal feeds.

Oxidation Number

A concept in chemistry that represents the degree of oxidation of an atom in a chemical compound, indicating the number of electrons lost or gained by an atom.