A Thickened Area of Scar Tissue That Is Covered by a Shiny

question 78

Multiple Choice

A thickened area of scar tissue that is covered by a shiny, smooth epidermal surface is called a

• A) keloid.
• B) contusion.
• C) hematoma.
• D) psoriasis.
• E) sclerotome.

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Definitions:

Plate Boundaries

Regions where two tectonic plates meet, which can result in geological activity such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Thermal Disturbance

Localized or widespread change in temperature that affects an area's thermal equilibrium, often caused by geological events.

Felsic Magmas

Magma that is rich in lighter elements such as silicon and oxygen, often producing lighter-colored volcanic rocks.

Intermediate Magmas

Magmas that have a composition between felsic and mafic, typically associated with andesitic volcanic eruptions.