Giantism Occurs Only in Children and Adolescents Because Their

question 1

Multiple Choice

Giantism occurs only in children and adolescents because their:

• A) Growth hormones are still diminished.
• B) Epiphyseal plates have not yet closed.
• C) Skeletal muscles are not yet fully developed.
• D) Metabolic rates are higher than in adulthood.

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