A substance that can take up hydrogen ions or release hydroxide ions in water is a(n)

A. protein.
B. acid.
C. base.
D. salt.


Answer: C

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Which of the following will cause contractions of uterine smooth muscle?

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At the neuromuscular junction this type of fusion is noticed

a. Gap junctions b. Tight junctions c. Desmosomes d. None of the above

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