Unhealthy And/or Risky Behaviors That Impact Directly on the Cardiovascular

question 69

Multiple Choice

Unhealthy and/or risky behaviors that impact directly on the cardiovascular system may contribute to

• A) strokes and high blood pressure only.
• B) coronary heart disease only.
• C) strokes, high blood pressure, and coronary heart disease.
• D) reduced immunity to autoimmune diseases.

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Definitions:

Lamellar Canals

Small channels found in bone tissue that contain blood vessels and nerves, part of the bone's nutrient delivery system.

Osteochondral Canals

Osteochondral canals are channels within bone and cartilage that allow for the passage of blood vessels and nerves.

Canaliculi

Small, narrow channels within the bone structure that allow for communication and nutrient/waste exchange between osteocytes.

Spongy Bone

A type of bone tissue characterized by a porous architecture, found at the ends of long bones, providing structural support and flexibility.