The patella is classified as an "_____" bone because of its shape.

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


Answer: sesamoid

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A long bone forms by a process known as ________ ossification.

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

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Below is a list of activities involving animals that can be regulated by law. Which is likely to be regulated by ONLY a local law?

a. persons able to practice veterinary medicine b. permissible drug residues in animals c. licensing of veterinary technicians d. the number of animals a property owner can house

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A smooth muscle cell has many T tubules and well developed sarcoplasmic reticulum

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

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The main component of the cytosol is ________

A) sugars B) water C) proteins D) salts

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