Which of the Following Skin Changes Is Usually Associated with Aging

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following skin changes is usually associated with aging?

• A) Skin becomes thicker.
• B) There is an increase in the number of elastic fibers in the skin.
• C) Loss of subcutaneous tissue contributes to sagging of the skin.
• D) Localized increase in sebaceous glands leads to dry skin.
• E) The amount of collagen in the dermis increases.

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Definitions:

Rock Slide

A rock slide is a type of landslide involving the movement of rock, soil, and debris down a slope, often triggered by factors like water saturation, erosion, or seismic activity.

Preexisting Joints

Natural fractures or separations in rock that were present before any other types of deformation.

Open Space

Areas of land that are either naturally occurring or designated for recreational use, conservation, or urban planning, often lacking significant built structures.

Rock Avalanche

is a rapid, massive landslide consisting of rock debris flowing down a slope.