Arnold Received Too Much Growth Hormone During Puberty (Late in the Growth

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Arnold received too much growth hormone during puberty (late in the growth cycle) . His hands, feet, and face show an overgrowth. He has the condition known as

• A)acromegaly.
• B)giantism.
• C)achondroplasia.
• D)virilism.

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Contains DNA

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