With a Deficiency of Vitamin A, Cells That Line the Cornea

question 53

Short Answer

With a deficiency of vitamin A, cells that line the cornea of the eye lose their ability to produce mucus. The eye becomes dry and susceptible to infection. This infection eventually leads to blindness. This disease process is called _______________, which means "dry eye."

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Definitions:

Wind Directions

The direction from which the wind originates, used to describe weather patterns and conditions.

Cease

To bring or come to an end; a halt or stop.

Estuary

Portion of the ocean located where a river enters and fresh water mixes with salt water.