What condition presents as a loss of elasticity of the arteries characterized by the thickening and hardening of artery walls?
a. antherosclerosis
b. arteriosclerosis
c. thrombosis
d. endotheliosis
Answer: b. arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis presents as a loss of elasticity of the arteries characterized by the thickening and hardening of artery walls. This can be caused by atherosclerosis, fatty deposits on the walls of the arteries causing the hardening and eventual blockage of the vessel.