Muscles that bend a limb at a joint are called ____

a. extensors
b. abductors
c. flexors

d. adductors


c

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Inhaling through the nostrils is preferred over the mouth because

A) there is less resistance to air flow. B) it combines olfaction with respiration. C) it allows better conditioning of the inhaled air. D) bacteria won't be inhaled from the oral cavity. E) it dries out the mouth.

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The term metabolism is best defined as ________.

A) the length of time it takes to digest and absorb fats B) a measure of carbohydrate utilization, typically involving measurement of calories C) the number of calories it takes to keep from shivering on a cold day D) biochemical reactions involved in building cell molecules or breaking down molecules for energy

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Which of the following stimulates the development of follicles in the ovary?

A. Prolactin B. ACTH C. LH D. ADH E. FSH

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