Decreased parasympathetic (vagus) stimulation to the heart results in a situation known as __________.

a. tachycardia
b. bradycardia
c. carditis
d. stenosis


Answer: a. tachycardia

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The resting membrane potential is mainly determined by __________.

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a) axon terminal b) trigger zone c) cell body d) peripheral process e) dendrites

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

1. Artificial passive immunity can be effective even after a person has been exposed to the infectious organism. 2. The surface protein on a cancer cell or a microorganism can be an antigen. 3. An antibody and an antigen fit together like a key in a lock. 4. Antigens have the ability to neutralize specific toxins in the body. 5. When an antigen and an antibody unite, macrophages can destroy the antigen more efficiently.

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