Lethal Influenza Strains Lead to Death Because _________

question 57

Multiple Choice

Lethal influenza strains lead to death because _________.

• A) damaged lung tissue releases molecules that begin an inflammatory response
• B) macrophages release molecules that promote inflammation
• C) activated T cells release molecules that promote inflammation
• D) the processes in both A and B occur, leading to a greater inflammatory response than would otherwise occur
• E) the processes in A, B, and C all occur, leading to a greater inflammatory response than would otherwise occur

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Definitions:

Thermal Energy

The internal energy present in a system due to its temperature, associated with the random motion of molecules.

Higher Temperature

A condition of increased heat in a given environment or system, often affecting physical states, chemical reactions, and biological processes.

Kilocalories

A unit of energy commonly used to measure the energy content of food, equal to 1,000 calories.

Kinetic Energy

Energy of motion. Compare with potential energy.