Two of Dr Brown's Patients Are in Identical Health, Both Having Heart

question 128

Multiple Choice

Two of Dr. Brown's patients are in identical health, both having heart disease, diabetes, and limited physical abilities. However, one of these patients is 86 years old and the other is 56 years old. This example best points out what is meant by the term:

• A) social age
• B) chronological age
• C) psychological age
• D) biological age

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Definitions:

Chondrocytes

Cells found within cartilage tissue that are responsible for the synthesis and maintenance of the cartilaginous matrix.

Osteocytes

Osteocytes are mature bone cells formed from osteoblasts that have embedded themselves in the bone matrix; they maintain bone tissue structure and communicate with other bone cells.

Lacunae

Small spaces or cavities within bone or cartilage tissue that house cells.

Avascular

Lacking blood vessels, referring to tissues or structures that do not have their own blood supply.