In Brazil, the Most Pressing Problem in Its Tropical Rainforest

question 72

Multiple Choice

In Brazil, the most pressing problem in its tropical rainforest region seems to be

• A) the building of large cities.
• B) lack of rainfall.
• C) the poor attitudes of its native residents.
• D) rapid deforestation.
• E) the introduction of African animals.

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Definitions:

Melanoma

A type of skin cancer that originates in the pigment-producing melanocytes, known for its potential to spread to other parts of the body and be deadly.

Papule

A small, raised, solid pimple or swelling on the skin that is often part of an acne outbreak or skin condition.

Vesicle

A small fluid-filled blister on the skin or within the body, often serving as a means of transport for lipids, proteins, and other molecules in the cell.

Petechiae

Small, pinpoint, red spots on the skin caused by minor bleeding from broken capillary blood vessels.