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What are eyelashes also called?

  1. Cilia

  2. Hydrogen peroxide

  3. Porosity

  4. Telangiectasia

The correct answer is: Cilia

Eyelashes are also known as cilia, which are the small hairs growing on the edge of our eyelids. These hairs help protect our eyes from debris and dust particles. Option B, hydrogen peroxide, is a chemical compound and has no relation to eyelashes. Option C, porosity, refers to the amount of space within a material and is not a term used to describe eyelashes. Option D, telangiectasia, is a medical term referring to the dilation of small blood vessels and is not related to eyelashes.