During times of increased body temperature, which of the following physiological responses is most likely to occur?
A) Vasomotor center is stimulated.
B) Sweat glands decrease their secretions.
C) Respiratory centers are inhibited.
D) Nonshivering thermogenesis is inhibited.
E) Shivering thermogenesis is stimulated.
D) Nonshivering thermogenesis is inhibited.
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A. Diffusion of K+ from A to B will be greater than the diffusion of K+ from B to A. B. The electrical potential difference and diffusion potential due to the concentration gradient for K+ will be equal in magnitude and opposite in direction. C. The concentration of Cl- will be higher in B than it was at time zero. D. The concentration of Na+ in A will be higher than it was at time zero. E. There will be a potential difference across the membrane, with side B negative relative to side A.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The fold of the visceral peritoneum that attaches to the anterior abdominal wall is the:
a. lesser omentum b. falicform ligament c. mesentery d. mesocolon
The Wernicke area recognizes spoken and written language.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)