The patella is the largest sesamoid bone in the human body.

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


True

Rationale: See the subsection “Patella” in the section “Skeletal Anatomy of the Lower Extremity.”

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In the reaction between HCl and Ca(OH)2, the product CaCl2 will be a salt.

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

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Which of the following describes the plasma membrane?

A) A single layer of phospholipids forms the membrane. B) A bilayer of phospholipids forms the membrane. C) A double layer of protein forms the membrane. D) The membrane is made up of cristae.

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The brachioradialis is named for its ________.

A. function and size B. origin and insertion C. type and shape D. location and size E. function and orientation

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What do bones produce?

A. Vitamin D B. Blood cells C. Body heat D. All apply.

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