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1. a sunburn results in a condition called:

a scleroderma
b cyanosis
c erythroderma
d melanoderma
e xanthoderma

Explanation:

Scleroderma is a group of diseases that cause the hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues. Cyanosis is a bluish - discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen. Erythroderma is a widespread redness of the skin, which can be caused by sunburn. Melanoderma refers to darkening of the skin. Xanthoderma is yellow - discoloration of the skin. A sunburn causes redness of the skin, which is consistent with erythroderma.

Answer:

C. erythroderma