Chemistry for Today: General, Organic, and Biochemistry
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Author: Spencer L. Seager, Michael R. Slabaugh, Maren S. Hansen
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Chapter 18, Problem 18.79E
Accumulation of cholesterol leads to the hardening of the arteries. This is called:
a. vasoconstriction.
b. venipuncture.
c. atherosclerosis.
d. hypertension.
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