Asbestos Is a Material That Was Once Used Extensively in Construction

question 7

Multiple Choice

Asbestos is a material that was once used extensively in construction. One risk from working in a building that contains asbestos is the development of asbestosis caused by the inhalation of asbestos fibers. Cells will phagocytize asbestos but are not able to degrade it. As a result, asbestos fibers accumulate in ________.

• A) mitochondria
• B) ribosomes
• C) peroxisomes
• D) lysosomes

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of a product or service at which the quantity supplied is equal to the quantity demanded at the market price.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a product offered for sale by producers equals the quantity that consumers are willing to buy.

Equilibrium Quantity

The amount of goods or services supplied equals the amount demanded at the market equilibrium price.

Rent Control

A government policy or set of laws that limit the amount landlords can charge for leasing homes or apartments, aimed at making housing more affordable.