Identical twins that share body structures are called Siamese or ________ twins.
A)zygotic
B)attached
C)conjoined
D)nonidentical
E)partotic

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Siamese twins is an outdated and offensive term for conjoined twins, who are identical twins that are physically attached to each other. Therefore, the best choice is option C, which correctly identifies these twins as conjoined. Option A, zygotic twins, refers to any twins that develop from a single fertilized egg, and does not necessarily indicate whether they share body structures. Option B, attached twins, is not a commonly used term in medical or scientific literature. Option D, nonidentical twins, are also known as fraternal twins and do not share the same DNA or body structures. Option E, partotic twins, is not a recognized term for any type of twins.

Identical Twins That Share Body Structures Are Called Siamese or ________