The kidneys are covered by a layer of connective tissue called the ________
A) Renal pelvis B) Renal capsule C) Renal hilum D) Renal sinus
B
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________ ions help to regulate the pH of saliva.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following are effects of thyroid hormone?
a. increased basal metabolic rate b. increased conversion of glycogen to glucose c. increased conversion of glucose to glycogen d. increased expression of catecholamine target-cell receptors e. all of these.
What is a major function of the endocrine system?
A.)The endocrine system releases hormones into the bloodstream to reach receptors on target cells. B.)The endocrine system secretes products into ducts that lead to body surfaces or cavities. C.)The endocrine system produces immediate, short-lasting effects. D.)The endocrine system communicates directly with target cells through the use of neurotransmitters.
Excessive growth factors or growth factor receptors implicated in the development of cancer can be caused by which of the following?
a) nucleosomes b) tumor-suppressor c) oncogenes