Extensions of the plasma membrane that increase surface area for the absorption of nutrients in the small intestine are called __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


microvilli or brush border

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The type of capillary that permits the free exchange of water and solutes as large as plasma proteins are the

A) perforated capillaries. B) discontinuous capillaries. C) fenestrated capillaries. D) sinusoids. E) vasa vasorum.

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Cardiac rates slower than 60 beats per minute indicate tachycardia.

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

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When the palms of the hand face up, or anteriorly, they are referred to as __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The autonomic and somatic nervous systems are part of the efferent nervous system

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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