The ________ cells of the distal nephron are interspersed among the principal cells and contribute to acid-base regulation.

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


intercalated

Anatomy & Physiology

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A) Decreased cardiac output B) Increased sodium reabsorption C) Decreased sodium in urine D) Increased filtrate volume

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The long pastern bone is __________ to the short pastern bone

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Nina is researching hormones that can stimulate and inhibit the release of growth hormone from the anterior pituitary. Predict the type of stimulation that regulates the secretion of growth hormone

What will be an ideal response?

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Parasympathetic neurons release acetylcholine onto cells in the atria of the heart, but not onto cells of the ventricles

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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