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question 48

abnormal side pockets in a hollow organ, such as the intestine, are called:
a caries.
b ulcers.
c dysentery.
d diverticula.
e ascites.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Caries is tooth decay, not related to intestinal pockets.
• Option B: Ulcers are open sores, not side pockets in organs.
• Option C: Dysentery is an intestinal infection, not pockets.
• Option D: Diverticula are abnormal side pockets in hollow organs like the intestine.
• Option E: Ascites is fluid accumulation in the abdomen, not pockets.

Answer:

D. diverticula