Connective tissue matrix is composed of ________
A) cells and protein fibers
B) ground substance and cells
C) ground substance and protein fibers
D) none of the above
C
Explanation:
A) The cells of connective tissue secrete protein fibers, which strengthen the tissue.
B) The cells of connective tissue produce a ground substance that surrounds the cells in a thick liquid.
D) One of the above answers is correct.
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A. These baroreceptors have failed in these patients. B. The baroreceptors in these patients have a new higher set point. C. These baroreceptors are chemically inducing changes that one might experience under low blood pressure conditions. D. The blood viscosity has increased in hypertensive patients.
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A) somatic nervous system. B) parasympathetic division. C) autonomic nervous system. D) central nervous system. E) sympathetic division.