The Term Photophobia Is Defined as

question 37

Multiple Choice

The term photophobia is defined as

• A)inflammation of the retina caused by extreme light.
• B)hereditary disease marked by night blindness.
• C)abnormal fear of (sensitivity to)light.
• D)paralysis of the iris.

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Definitions:

Chymotrypsinogen

Chymotrypsinogen is an inactive precursor (zymogen) of the digestive enzyme chymotrypsin, which is produced by the pancreas.

Trypsin

An enzyme produced in the pancreas and secreted into the small intestine, where it plays a crucial role in the digestive process by breaking down proteins into amino acids.

Pepsinogen

An inactive precursor to pepsin, a digestive enzyme that breaks down proteins in the stomach.

Peristaltic Contractions

Wave-like muscle contractions that occur in tubular structures of the body, such as the digestive tract, to move contents forward.