Over the Past 40 Years,the U.S.population

question 11

Multiple Choice

Over the past 40 years,the U.S.population

• A)declined by about 90 million people.
• B)increased by slightly over 100 million people.
• C)declined by about 10 million people.
• D)increased by about 10 million people.
• E)increased by over 200 million people.

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Definitions:

Tendons

Strong connective tissues that connect muscles to bones, transmitting the force that allows movement.

Ligaments

Strong, flexible fibers that connect bones to other bones at joints.

Extracellular Matrix

A complex network of proteins and carbohydrates surrounding cells, providing structural and biochemical support to the surrounding cells.

Ground Substance

The unstructured material that fills the space between the cells and contains the fibers in connective tissue.