Acne

question 21

Multiple Choice

Acne:

• A)is due to bacteria most commonly Propionibacterium acnes
• B)forms a thick crust or scab called eschar
• C)can be treated with antibiotics or accutane
• D)two of these choices

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Definitions:

Wax

A diverse class of organic compounds that are malleable at room temperature, typically consisting of long-chain alkanes, esters, or a variety of other compounds.

Soap

A substance used for washing and cleaning, produced by the reaction of a fatty acid with an alkali.

Terpene

A large class of organic compounds, produced primarily by plants, that are built from isoprene units and have distinctive odors.

Triglyceride

A triglyceride is a type of fat molecule made up of three fatty acids linked to a glycerol backbone, commonly found in the human body and in foods.