Describe the structure and role of prostaglandins
A) They are a type of leukotrienes released by cells to coordinate local cellular activities and produce pain sensations.
B) They are a type of steroid used to maintain the plasma membrane and for cell growth and division.
C) They are a type of eicosanoid released by cells to coordinate local cellular activities and produce pain sensations.
D) They have a carbohydrate attached to a diglyceride and are used to maintain the plasma membrane.
E) They have a carbon-ring structure and are used for producing many steroid hormones.
Answer: C
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The chemical breakdown of food is ________
A) None of the listed responses is correct. B) anabolism C) catalysts D) catabolism
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A. mandible B. sternum C. os coxa D. atlas
At the start of abduction of the arm, the deltoid muscle is assisted by (the)
A) biceps brachii. B) subclavius. C) supraspinatus. D) infraspinatus. E) coracobrachialis.