What Is Vernix

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Multiple Choice

What is vernix?

• A) a Latin term for prematurity
• B) a breathing problem in premature infants
• C) a fine downy hair that covers the skin of some newborns
• D) a white oily substance that covers the skin of some newborns

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Definitions:

Flat Tract

A large piece of land with minimal to no slope, often used in agriculture or construction due to its ease of modification.

River

A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river, often a central feature in ecosystems and human civilizations.

Lower Reaches

The downstream part of a river close to its mouth where it meets a larger body of water.

Aquifer

An underground layer of water-bearing permeable rock, rock fractures or unconsolidated materials (gravel, sand, or silt) that can yield significant quantities of water.