10. for each statement that is true, insert t in the answer blank. for false statements correct the underlined words by inserting the correct words in the answer blanks?

The correct answers are the following.

1. - In a sprain, the ligaments reinforcing a joint are excessively stretched or torn: T.

2. - Age-related erosion of articular cartilages and formation of painful bony spurs are characteristics of gouty arthritis: osteoarthritis.

3. - Chronic arthritis usually results from bacterial invasion: Acute.

4. - Healing of partially torn ligament is slow because its hundreds of fibrous strands are poorly aligned: vascularized.

5. - Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease: T.

6. - High levels of uric acid in the blood may lead to Rheumatoid arthritis: Gouty arthritis.

7. - A "soft" bone condition in children, usually caused by a lack of calcium or vitamin D in the diet is called osteomyelitis: Rickets.

8. - Atrophy and thinning of bone owing to hormonal changes or inactivity (generally in the elderly) is called osteoporosis: T.