Specialized animal cells that have contractile properties are called __________, or muscle cells
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
Answer: Myocytes
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What will be an ideal response?
In order for relaxation to occur, ACh must be removed from the muscle cell's receptors
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The most movable attachment of a muscle is its
a. origin b. insertion c. fascia d. fulcrum e. belly
Why is the vascularization of the nasal cavity important?
A) The rich collection of blood vessels allows the incoming air to be filtered of large particles before it leaves the nasal cavity. B) The rich collection of blood vessels allows the white blood cells to attract and destroy pathogens in incoming air before it leaves the nasal cavity. C) The rich collection of blood vessels allows the incoming air to be warmed and humidified before it leaves the nasal cavity. D) The rich collection of blood vessels allows blood temperature to equalize with external temperatures. E) The rich collection of blood vessels drains excess interstitial fluid into the surrounding nasal passageways as a way to increase mucus production.