The term used to describe muscular growth in response to usage is

A) multiple sclerosis.
B) muscular dystrophy.
C) atrophy.
D) hypertrophy.
E) myopathy.


D) hypertrophy.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Because of the great deal of active transport that occurs here, the _________ of all the nephrons collectively account for about 6% of one's daily resting ATP and caloric consumption.

A. proximal convoluted tubules B. distal convoluted tubules C. loops of Henle D. collecting ducts E. glomeruli

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The carpal tunnel is located ____________________ on the wrist.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The "normal" contractile fibers of the muscle are also called the

A) intrafusal fibers. B) muscle spindle fibers. C) extrafusal fibers.

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