In addition to a need to acquire oxygen and to eliminate carbon dioxide, other responses such as emotional and ________ often affect the pace and depth of respiration.

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The role of the hormone erythropoietin is to:

a. stimulate red blood cell production b. increase urine volume c. increase frequency of urination d. draw sodium out of the plasma e. combat dehydration

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Which of the following will inhibit the secretion of growth hormone?

A. growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) B. growth hormone-inhibiting hormone (GHIH) C. somatomedins D. a posterior pituitary-inhibiting hormone E. T3 and T4

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The ________________________________________ system is responsible for the intake and breakdown of food and water, the absorption of nutrients, and the elimination of solid waste products

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