An Obstruction in Blood Flow to the Kidneys Would Result

question 71

Multiple Choice

An obstruction in blood flow to the kidneys would result in

• A) pernicious anemia.
• B) renal anemia.
• C) increased erythropoiesis.
• D) decreased erythropoiesis.
• E) increased sensitivity to vitamin K.

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Definitions:

Demographic Transition

Due to industrialization, a decline in the birthrate following a reduction in the death rate so that the population growth rate is lowered.

Birthrate

A measure of population growth or decline, calculated as the number of live births per 1,000 people per year.

Death Rate

The ratio of deaths in an area to the population of that area; usually expressed per 1000 individuals per year.

Carrying Capacity

The maximum population size of a biological species that can be sustained by a specific environment, given the food, habitat, water, and other necessities available in the environment.