What Are Macrostructures

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What are macrostructures?

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Definitions:

Edema

Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues.

Trimester

One of the three approximately three-month periods into which pregnancy is divided.

Salt

A mineral composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl), used as a seasoning and preservative in foods.

Amniocentesis

A process in which amniotic fluid is withdrawn by needle from the uterus and then examined for evidence of possible birth defects.