The trapeziometacarpal joint is classified as a ________ synovial joint because of the shape of the articulating surfaces. 

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


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The bones involved in forming the mortise joint are the fibula, tibia, and talus.

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

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What is the relationship between ions and myelin that prevents ions from passing through channels?

A) Size: Ions are large in diameter and myelin is much smaller. B) Electrical: Ions have negative charges and myelin have positive charges. C) Solubility: Ions are water soluble and myelin is a lipid. D) Weight: Ions are light and myelin is much heavier.

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The pectoralis major extends the arm, whereas the latissimus dorsi flexes it

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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The heart is essentially in the middle of the chest, has a broad base at the top and tapers to a pointed tip, the apex, at the bottom

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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