The joint between the atlas and axis vertebrae is an example of a pivot joint.

a. true
b. false


a. true

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Osteons are only found in compact bone.

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

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Bones and muscles function as mechanical devices called

A) syncytia. B) levers. C) ladders. D) lifts.

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The refractive power of this structure does not change when viewing nearby objects

a. sclera. b. cornea c. blind spot. d. lens. e. iris.

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Which of the following statements about pancreatic enzymes is FALSE?

A. Trypsinogen is secreted in an inactive form. B. Pancreatic amylase digests carbohydrates. C. Pancreatic lipase digests fats. D. Except for trypsinogen, other proteolytic enzymes are secreted in active form. E. Trypsinogen is activated by enterokinase.

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