Balding men have tried all kinds of remedies, including hair transplants, to restore their lost locks. Explain the cause of male pattern baldness

What will be an ideal response


It appears to be genetically determined and sex-linked, and is possibly caused by a delayed-action gene that responds to DHT and alters normal metabolism.

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Immediately prior to atrial contraction, blood continues to enter the atria from the venae cavae and pulmonary veins.

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

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 What is the function of the sensory receptor of the skin labeled "E"?

A. Responds to painful stimuli B. Detects deep pressure, vibration, and proprioception C. Detects touch, involved in 2-point discrimination D. Detects continuous touch or pressure E. Responds to light touch and superficial pressure

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Exposure of normally inaccessible self-antigens sometimes induces an immune attack against these antigens

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In ________ transport, substances move across a plasma membrane without the expenditure of energy by the cell.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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