Reactive hyperemia is
A) lack of blood flow due to an allergic reaction.
B) reflex contraction of smooth muscle in response to stress.
C) increased blood flow following a period of reduced blood flow.
D) increased blood pressure after stress.
E) None of the answers are correct.
C) increased blood flow following a period of reduced blood flow.
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A. motor B. cranial C. ganglial D. efferent E. sensory
Phasic receptors
a. exhibit an "off-response." b. signal a change in stimulus intensity. c. are rapidly adapting receptors. d. all of these answers. e. none of these answers.
Excess triglycerides are stored in adipose tissue. Which of the following is a function of adipose tissue?
A. Insulation B. To assist the body in temperature homeostasis C. Energy storage D. Padding and protection E. All of the choices are correct.
Mucous connective tissue is found only in
A. the umbilical cord. B. certain bones of the skull. C. serous fluid. D. the cartilage of the nose. E. fibers of the respiratory system.