During the ________ stage of labor, the muscle tension builds in the walls of the partially empty uterus, and the organ gradually decreases in size.

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


placental

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Dehydration synthesis can happen easily at room temperature

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium associated with ________.

A. hiatal hernia B. acid reflux C. peptic ulcers D. pancreatitis

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Glycoproteins are found only on the outer surface of membranes

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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