Match Each Definition with the Correct Term

question 9

Multiple Choice

Match each definition with the correct term.
-spondylosis

• A)a congenital defect in which the spine fails to close around the spinal cord
• B)degenerative condition of the vertebrae
• C)inflammation of the vertebrae
• D)pain of the lumbar region
• E)rupture of the intervertebral disk that causes pressure on spinal nerve roots

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Definitions:

Noxious

Harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant.

Unwanted Stimulus

Any external event or situation that is not desired or is considered unpleasant by an individual, potentially leading to stress or discomfort.

Loud Stimulus

A sound or noise of high decibel level that triggers a sensory response.

Highly Crowded Cages

Conditions in which animals are kept in living spaces with insufficient room per individual, often leading to stress and health issues.