Leptin causes certain first-order neurons to release more of the chemical called ___________, which then causes the release of ___________ from second-order neurons; the result is appetite suppression

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melanocortin, corticotropin-releasing hormone (or CRH)

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Intrinsic factor is important in the absorption of _____________

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The fissure separating the frontal lobe of the cerebrum from the parietal lobe is the ____________________.

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Proteins entering the stomach act as a buffer raising pH. Rising pH stimulates the activity of G-cells in the lining of the stomach. All of the following but one will occur. Select the statement below that would not occur

A) More stomach acid will be produced and secreted. B) A positive feedback response will be initiated and G-cell activity will continue to go up. C) Protein digestion will be enhanced. D) Digestive enzymes will be released.

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For each of the following species, list the term for an intact female. dog

What will be an ideal response?

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