What is the impact of arteriosclerosis?
a.
inefficient blood flow
b.
increased artery elasticity
c.
arterial plaque deposition
d.
reduced blood clotting

Arteriosclerosis will affect the blood flow in the body (A).

Further Explanation:

Arteriosclerosis takes place when the blood vessels which transport oxygen as well as nutrients from the heart to the remaining body becomes stiff and thick and also blocks the blood flow to the tissues as well as organs. In a healthy individual, arteries are usually elastic and flexible, however, over a period of time, the walls of the arteries can get hard and this leads to a condition which is commonly known as hardening of the arteries.

This condition refers to the pooling of the fats, cholesterol as well as other materials in as well as on the artery walls which is also known as plaque and blocks the blood flow. The plaque may burst and this may lead to a blood clot. If an individual has this, then they may face chest pain, angina, sudden numbness or weakness in legs as well as arms, problem in speech, temporary loss of vision in eyes, or the face may start to droop. Another possible symptom includes claudicating and high blood pressure/kidney failure.

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Answer Details:

Grade: High school

Subject: Biology

Chapter: Metabolic diseases

Keywords:

Arteriosclerosis, blood clot, accumulation of fats, hardened arteries, plaque, chest pain, numbness, angina, drooping face muscles, blood pressure.

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