Water in the blood exerts pressure on the walls of capillaries, generating ________.

What will be an ideal response?


blood hydrostatic pressure

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

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The osmoreceptors contributing to water balance and vasopressin secretion are located in the:

a. adrenal cortex. b. hypothalamus. c. juxtaglomerular apparatus. d. renal cortex. e. renal medulla.

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Choose the statement that correctly characterizes the GI tract.

A. Body tissues are composed of substrates similar to food; thus, they would be degraded by enzymes in the GI tract if exposed to the internal environment of the GI tract. B. The harsh environment in the GI tract allows for the absorption of indigestible materials without harming body tissues. C. The two openings of the GI tract permit two-way transport of food, which maximizes absorption. D. All of the choices are correct.

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