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As individuals age, the number of collagen fibers that are found in the dermis of the skin decreases. What are the results of decreased collagen fibers in the dermis? Select all that apply. A The skin loses firmness and becomes wrinkled. C The skin develops necrosis and slowly begins to die. The inflammation levels in the skin increase drastically. The wound healing process in the skin is slower.

As individuals age, the number of collagen fibers that are found in the dermis of the skin decreases. What are the results of decreased collagen fibers in the dermis? Select all that apply. A The skin loses firmness and becomes wrinkled. C The skin develops necrosis and slowly begins to die. The inflammation levels in the skin increase drastically. The wound healing process in the skin is slower.

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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As individuals age, the number of collagen fibers that are found in the dermis of the skin decreases. What are the results of decreased collagen fibers in the dermis? Select all that apply. A The skin loses firmness and becomes wrinkled B The skin develops necrosis and slowly begins to die. C The inflammation levels in the skin increase drastically. The wound healing process in the skin is slower.
Transcribed Image Text:As individuals age, the number of collagen fibers that are found in the dermis of the skin decreases. What are the results of decreased collagen fibers in the dermis? Select all that apply. A The skin loses firmness and becomes wrinkled B The skin develops necrosis and slowly begins to die. C The inflammation levels in the skin increase drastically. The wound healing process in the skin is slower.
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