Tina Weighed Much Less at Birth Than Expected for the Length

question 130

Multiple Choice

Tina weighed much less at birth than expected for the length of time since her conception. Tina was a(n) __________ baby.

• A) premature
• B) full-term
• C) small-for-date
• D) anoxia

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Definitions:

Intercalated Disks

Specialized structures in cardiac muscles that facilitate the transmission of electrical signals and coordination of contraction.

Gap Junctions

Specialized intercellular connections that allow for direct chemical and electrical communication between cells.

Cardiac Muscle Tissue

Specialized muscle tissue found only in the heart, characterized by striated cells that contract involuntarily to pump blood.

Endocrine Glands

Glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, regulating various body functions.