When the neuron membrane becomes less negative than the resting membrane potential it is said to be _____.

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


depolarized

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Systolic pressure is greater than diastolic pressure due to the force generated by ventricular contraction.

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

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________ rami communicantes carry postganglionic sympathetic axons from the sympathetic trunk to the spinal nerves.

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

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Members of which group of hormones are made from cholesterol?

A. amino acid derivatives B. peptides C. proteins D. steroids

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The ________ division innervates the intestinal mucosa and may stimulate the secretion of intestinal enzymes.

A. central B. sympathetic C. parasympathetic D. somatic

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