____________ is a recently discovered hormone released from the liver when iron levels in the body become too ___________ (high or low?)

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Hepcidin, high

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What structures are used by both the respiratory and digestive systems?

A.   Oropharynx and laryngopharynx B.   Laryngopharynx and larynx C.   Nasal cavity and nasopharynx D.   Paranasal sinuses E.   Laryngopharynx and esophagus

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Paige offers to pay Quik Delivery (QD) $50 if it picks up and delivers to her a package of business documents from Rico within 30 minutes. QD can accept the offer only by meeting the deadline. If QD performs as directed, these parties will have

a. a bilateral contract. b. a trilateral contract. c. a unilateral contract. d. no contract.

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The ________ component of the reticular formation is called the reticular activating system (RAS).

A. motor B. sensory

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The amount of air in excess of tidal volume that can be inhaled with maximum effort is the ________.

A. inspiratory reserve volume B. inspiratory capacity C. vital capacity D. residual volume E. expiratory reserve volume

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