According to Fish in "Mixed Blood," an Avocado Is Classed

question 16

Multiple Choice

According to Fish in "Mixed Blood," an avocado is classed as a in the United States and a ____ in Brazil.

• A) fruit, seed
• B) seed, nut
• C) vegetable, nut
• D) vegetable, fruit

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Definitions:

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

An infection of the female reproductive organs, typically caused by sexually transmitted bacteria, leading to inflammation.

Adnexal Tenderness

Pain or discomfort in the area adjacent to the uterus, often assessed during gynecological examinations for signs of pathology.

Squamocolumnar Junction

The area in the cervix where the squamous and columnar epithelia meet, a key site for cervical cancer screening.

Mucous Membrane

A layer of epithelial tissue that lines various cavities in the body and secretes mucus, which protects and moisturizes the linings.