The control of respiration by centers in the brainstem can be over-ridden by higher brain centers when speaking, breath-holding, undergoing emotional reactions, and experiencing pain

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


TRUE

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The long, slender projection from the temporal bone that serves as a point of attachment for muscles associated with the larynx is the ________ process.

A. mandibular B. mastoid C. styloid  D. zygomatic

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A coiled fibrous protein in connective tissue that is stretchy is called ________.

A. proteoglycan B. elastin C. a reticular fiber D. hyaluronic acid E. collagen

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When ____________ become enclosed in lacunae, they become cells called _____________.

A. osteogenic cells; osteoblasts B. osteoblasts; osteoclasts C. osteoblasts; osteocytes D. osteocytes; osteoclasts E. osteocytes; osteoblasts

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Label L represents the


A) brachiocephalic trunk.
B) aortic arch.
C) left pulmonary arteries.
D) left pulmonary veins.
E) pulmonary trunk.

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