VocabularyQuestion 79 of 120
The word 'inflamed' describes tissue that is:
a.Cool and pale
b.Perfectly healthy
c.Red, swollen, and irritated
d.Completely numb
Explanation
Inflamed tissue is red, warm, swollen, and often painful as part of the body's response to injury or infection. Inflammation is a natural defense reaction.
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