Non-respiratory functions of the lungs include acting as "filters" for removing certain chemicals and blood clots.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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People with myasthenia gravis have a deficiency of
A. sarcomeres. B. troponin molecules. C. acetylcholine receptors D. titin molecules.
The sebaceous glands are simple alveolar glands that secrete a substance known as sebum. The secretion of sebum is stimulated ________.
A) by high temperatures B) when the air temperature drops C) by hormones, especially androgens D) as a protective coating when one is swimming
Complement proteins and antibodies coat a microorganism and provide binding sites, enabling macrophages and neutrophils to phagocytize the organism. This phenomenon is termed ________.
A) diapedesis B) agglutination C) opsonization D) chemotaxis
Match the disorder of the respiratory system with the best description.A. Destruction of the alveolar wallsB. Inflammation of the bronchiC. Inherited disease that affects secretory cells lining the lungsD. Replacement of lung tissue with fibrous connective tissueE. Infant stops breathing during sleepCystic fibrosis
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).