Arteriosclerosis Is One Example of Ectopic Ossification,which Means __________

question 25

Multiple Choice

Arteriosclerosis is one example of ectopic ossification,which means __________.

• A) the solubility product has been reached
• B) artery mineralization by osteoblasts
• C) abnormal calcification of a tissue
• D) accumulation of collagenous fibers in blood vessels
• E) ossification of an entire blood vessel

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Definitions:

CNS

Stands for Central Nervous System, which includes the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and sending out information throughout the body.

Blood-Brain Barrier

A protective mechanism that controls the passage of substances from the bloodstream into the brain tissue.

Central Nervous System

The complex network of the brain and spinal cord that serves as the primary processing center for nervous system activity and coordination.

Peripheral Nervous System

The division of the nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord, including sensory and motor neurons.