________ is the elimination from the body of those substances that are indigestible and cannot be absorbed.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Answer: Defecation

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A. Loss of subcutaneous tissue contributes to sagging of the skin. B. The amount of collagen in the dermis increases. C. Localized increase in sebaceous glands leads to dry skin. D. There is an increase in the number of elastic fibers in the skin. E. Skin becomes thicker.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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We can touch our finger to our nose while our eyes are closed in part because we can sense the position and movement of our joints as well as the length of stretch in our muscles. These sensations create awareness of our body's positioning

The following receptors are most likely responsible for this ability. A) nociceptors B) proprioceptors C) exteroceptors D) interoceptors

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