During swallowing, elevation of the uvula and soft palate prevents food or fluid from entering the nasopharynx.

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


True

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The term acid–base balance refers to the precise regulation of bound hydrogen ion concentration in the blood

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

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A genetic mutation that results in faulty SNARE receptor protein complexes would have only very mild effects on the nervous system.

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

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Water crosses capillary beds from high to low hydrostatic pressure by:

A) transcytosis. B) diffusion. C) filtration. D) facilitated diffusion.

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Cow is to mare as steer is to:

A) stallion B) ridgling C) colt D) gelding

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