Some synovial joints contain special crescent-shaped pads that provide additional shock absorption, and provide for a better fit between the articulating surfaces of the bones. These special pads are called
A: menisci
B: labra
C: fat pads
D: bursae
E: tendon sheaths
A: menisci
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A. The adrenal gland will hypertrophy to increase cortisol production. B. There will be increased negative feedback on growth hormone by insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1). C. The subject will remain euthyroid. D. The hypothalamus will secrete less CRH. E. The adrenal gland will atrophy and plasma cortisol levels will be reduced.
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a. true b. false
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A) the lowest osmotic pressure. B) the highest solute concentration. C) the lowest solute concentration. D) more water molecules.