A Dysfunctional System Cannot Operate

question 20

True/False

A dysfunctional system cannot operate.

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Definitions:

Hydrocephalus

A condition where there is an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the ventricles, or cavities, of the brain, which can increase pressure inside the skull and lead to brain damage.

Goiter

An enlargement of the thyroid gland, which can cause a visible swelling in the neck.

Iodine Deficiency

A lack of the mineral iodine in the body, leading to insufficient production of thyroid hormones, which can cause various health problems including goiter and cognitive impairments.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating the body's metabolic rate, heart function, digestive function, muscle control, brain development, and bone maintenance.