A friend asks you to explain the difference between atherosclerosis and arteriosclerosis.You say,"Well
A)atherosclerosis is a condition that results from too much calcium being deposited in the arteries,while arteriosclerosis results from the accumulation of cholesterol deposits in the arteries."
B)atherosclerosis is a condition that results from having angina pectoris occurring in the arteries of the heart,while arteriosclerosis results from the accumulation of cholesterol deposits in the arteries."
C)atherosclerosis is a condition that results from too much calcium being deposited in the arteries,while arteriosclerosis results from having angina pectoris occurring in the arteries of the heart."
D)atherosclerosis is a condition that results from the accumulation of cholesterol deposits in the arteries,while arteriosclerosis results from too much calcium being deposited in the arteries."
E)atherosclerosis and arteriosclerosis are nearly the same and usually occur after a stroke."

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Atherosclerosis is the condition where cholesterol and fatty deposits accumulate in the arteries, narrowing and hardening them. Arteriosclerosis is a broader term that refers to the hardening and stiffening of arteries in general, not just from cholesterol buildup. Therefore, the best choice is D as it correctly differentiates between the two conditions.

A Friend Asks You to Explain the Difference Between Atherosclerosis