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What type of hair is described as short and coarse?

  1. Hirsutism

  2. Lanugo

  3. Terminal

  4. Vellus

The correct answer is: Hirsutism

Hirsutism is the correct answer because it refers to the condition of having excessive hair growth in areas where hair is normally absent or minimal, such as on the face or chest. Hirsutism typically results in the growth of short, coarse hair, which is characteristic of this condition. In contrast: - Lanugo is a type of fine, downy hair often found on fetuses. - Terminal hair is the fully developed hair that grows on the scalp, pubic area, and armpits, and it is typically coarser and darker than vellus hair. - Vellus hair is fine, light-colored hair that covers most of the body, often referred to as "peach fuzz."