Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780134156415
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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The cause of following phenomenon:
(a) Pimples
(b) Dandruff
(c) Greasy hair and shiny nose
(d) Stretch mark
(e) Freckles
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