During the First Half of the Nineteenth Century, Cotton Became

question 51

Multiple Choice

During the first half of the nineteenth century, cotton became the most profitable form of agriculture, surpassing:

• A) swine
• B) rice
• C) indigo
• D) tobacco
• E) hemp

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Definitions:

Thoracic Lymph Duct

The largest lymphatic vessel in the human body, running along the chest area and responsible for transporting lymph and its immune-related contents back into the bloodstream.

Lymphedema

A condition of localized fluid retention and tissue swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system.

Moist Crackles

A type of abnormal lung sound heard through a stethoscope, characterized by a wet or bubbling sound indicative of fluid in the airways.

Expiratory Wheezes

High-pitched sounds produced during exhalation, often indicating narrowed airways in the lungs.