Explain the role of the ethmoid bone in forming the structure of the nasal cavity

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The perpendicular plate of the ethmoid bone forms part of the nasal septum that divides the nasal cavity into two sides. The medial side of each lateral mass contributes to the superior and medial nasal conchae which form the lateral walls of the nasal cavity.

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Which of the following causes conditions in the body to move away from the normal state?

A. Negative feedback B. homeostasis C. metabolism D. positive feedback E. setpoints

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Many of the posterior forearm muscles have their origin on the

A) greater tubercle of the humerus. B) lateral epicondyle of the humerus. C) lesser tubercle of the humerus. D) medial epicondyle of the humerus. E) olecranon process of the humerus.

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Most of the parasympathetic ganglia lie in chains along the spinal cord called sympathetic trunks

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