Bone Ossification, the Onset of Puberty, and How Fat Is

question 5

Multiple Choice

Bone ossification, the onset of puberty, and how fat is distributed around the body are products of one's:

• A) Sex
• B) Age
• C) Environmental conditions
• D) Phenotype
• E) Genotype

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Definitions:

Nonexplosive Outpourings

Nonexplosive outpourings refer to the gentle flow of lava from a volcano, without significant explosions or pyroclastic activity.

Lava

Molten rock expelled by a volcano during an eruption, which solidifies on the Earth's surface.

Shield Volcanoes

Broad, dome-shaped volcanoes with gently sloping sides, formed mostly by the fluid lava flows.

Steep Slopes

Steep slopes are areas of land with a sharp inclination, often leading to rapid erosion, landslides, or provide distinctive habitats for flora and fauna.