In Primary Production

question 66

Multiple Choice

In primary production:

• A) carbon dioxide is released into the water.
• B) oxygen is utilized by plants.
• C) oxygen utilized by animals is less than the oxygen consumed by autotrophs.
• D) proteins are made by animals.
• E) there is a net gain in organic carbon.

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Definitions:

Code R60.0

A specific ICD (International Classification of Diseases) code representing localized edema, which is swelling caused by fluid accumulation in a specific area of the body.

Dropsy

An outdated term for the swelling of soft tissues due to the accumulation of excess water, known today as edema.

Anasarca

A medical condition characterized by widespread swelling of the skin due to effusion of fluid into the extracellular space.

Localized Edema

Swelling confined to a specific area of the body due to an accumulation of fluid in the tissues.