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Which of the following shows 200 % of its adult growth by age 9-10 years
1) Lymphoid
2) General
3) Genital
4) Neural
Orthodontics
Answer: 1
The lymphoid system, which includes lymph nodes, spleen, and other lymphatic tissues, undergoes significant growth during childhood. By the age of 9-10 years, the lymphoid tissue can reach approximately 200% of its adult size due to the increased demand for immune function during this period. This growth is part of the body's preparation for increased exposure to pathogens as children interact more with their environment.
"Thumb sucking" will
1) Always produce maxillary prognathism
2) Always indicate psychological disturbance
3) Always needs appliance therapy 10 break the habit
4) None of the above. Many times it stops spontaneously
Orthodontics
Answer: 4
Explanation: Thumb sucking is a common behavior in children and does not always lead to maxillary prognathism, psychological disturbances, or the need for appliance therapy. Many children stop thumb sucking on their own without intervention.