Question

total absence of oxygen in body tissues is known as:
a ariaxia
b anosmia
c acidosis
d asthma

Explanation:

• Option A: Anoxia (note: likely a typo for anoxia) refers to the total absence of oxygen in body tissues.
• Option B: Anosmia is the loss of the sense of smell.
• Option C: Acidosis is a condition where the body's fluids have too much acid (abnormal increase in hydrogen ion concentration).
• Option D: Asthma is a respiratory condition involving airway inflammation and constriction.

So the correct option is the one related to oxygen absence in tissues.

Answer:

A. anoxia (assuming the typo "anoxia" for the option's text)