Which Term Is Derived from a Latin Word Meaning Scabby

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which term is derived from a Latin word meaning scabby eruption and refers to an infection of the skin producing thick, yellow crusts?

• A)Verruca
• B)Tinea
• C)Pyorrhea
• D)Herpes zoster
• E)Impetigo

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Definitions:

Short-Term Regulation

The process of temporarily maintaining or adjusting internal states or conditions to achieve stability in response to immediate environmental changes.

Feedback System

A loop system where outputs of a process are fed back as inputs, influencing the ongoing operation of the system. This concept is widely applied in biological, mechanical, and social systems.

CCK

Cholecystokinin, a hormone that stimulates the digestion of fat and protein.

Sensory Specific Satiety

This refers to the reduction in appetite or desire to continue consuming a specific food after a certain amount of it has been eaten, without diminishing the appetite for different foods.