The Scarps on Mercury Were Probably Caused By

question 102

Multiple Choice

The scarps on Mercury were probably caused by:

• A)tectonic activity.
• B)meteorite bombardment.
• C)a tidal bulge.
• D)volcanism.
• E)the interior cooling and shrinking.

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Definitions:

Human Growth Hormone

A peptide hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration in humans.

Acromegaly

Condition caused by an overproduction of growth hormones as an adult.

Acromegaly

A disorder caused by excess growth hormone in adults, resulting in enlargement of bones and tissues, especially noticeable in the hands, feet, and face.

GH

GH, or Growth Hormone, is a peptide hormone that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration in humans and other animals.