The actions of glucocorticoids include
a. increased gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis
b. increased fat mobilization
c. increased breakdown of muscle proteins
d. anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects at pharmacological levels
e. all of the above
E
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A. bicuspids. B. canines. C. molars. D. incisors.
Which is characteristic of cartilage connective tissue?
A. Matrix of protein fibers B. Cells called chondrocytes C. Gel-like ground substance D. Avascular E. All of the choices are correct.
Which type of connective tissue is found in the deep portion of the dermis, where it lends strength to the skin?
A. Areolar B. Cartilage C. Adipose D. Dense regular E. Dense irregular
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. The organelle where aerobic or cellular respiration occurs is the mitochondria. 2. Lysosomes not only digest microbes but also are involved in the process of “cell suicide” called apoptosis. 3. Lysosomes are baglike structures that contain digestive enzymes. 4. Only about half the population have cells with flagella. 5. Chromatin contains both protein and DNA.