Cholera toxin, the toxin released by the bacteria that cause cholera disease, interferes with water absorption and causes water secretion into the gastrointestinal tract. Even in the absence of bacteria, this toxin can cause diarrhea.

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


True

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Which of these bones is found in the antebrachium?

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