Charts That Show Average Values of Height, Weight, and Other

question 58

Multiple Choice

Charts that show average values of height, weight, and other measures of growth are called

• A) measurement charts.
• B) growth graphs.
• C) measurement graphs.
• D) growth charts.

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Definitions:

Adhering Junctions

Cell-to-cell junctions that mechanically attach the cytoskeleton of a cell to that of another, playing a key role in maintaining tissue integrity.

Desmosomes

Cell structures specialized for cell-to-cell adhesion, found particularly in epithelial and cardiac tissues, helping to resist shearing forces.

Tight Junction

Tight junctions are specialized connections between adjacent cells in animal tissue that create a barrier to prevent the leakage of substances through the space between cells.

Desmosome

A specialized cell structure that functions in cell-to-cell adhesion in animal tissues, providing mechanical strength.