True or false: The basal lamina is only one portion of the basement membrane, and it does not anchor the epithelium to the tissue below it

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


TRUE

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The lining of the medullary cavity is called the

A) endosteum. B) periosteum. C) epiosteum. D) mediosteum. E) paraosteum.

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Veins are said to carry deoxygenated blood. Does this mean that there is no oxygen in venous blood? Explain your answer. Are there veins that carry highly oxygenated blood? Again, explain your answer. What color is most venous blood compared to most arterial blood?

What will be an ideal response?

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What does the epimysium surround?

A) Single muscle cell B) Single fascicle C) Bundle of 2-3 fascicles D) Entire muscle

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Swallowing is

a. the movement of the bolus from the mouth to the stomach b. only the movement of the bolus from the mouth to the esophagus c. a sequentially programmed, multiple response, all-or-none reflex d. both a and c e. both b and c

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