A Desert Is an Area Where

question 23

Multiple Choice

A desert is an area where

• A)evaporation is slow.
• B)average annual precipitation is low.
• C)most vegetation consists of grass.
• D)it never rains.
• E)only cactus plants grow.

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Definitions:

Endocrine System

A network of glands and organs that produce, store, and release hormones into the bloodstream to control many bodily functions.

Diabetes

A group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period due to insulin production issues or the body's response to insulin.

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder that leads to overactivity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), causing symptoms like weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and bulging eyes.

Urinary System

The bodily system responsible for the production, storage, and elimination of urine, including the kidneys, bladder, and urethra.