The reason that intervertebral discs exhibit a large amount of tensile strength to absorb shock is because they possess ________.
A) hydroxyapatite crystals
B) collagen fibers
C) reticular fibers
D) elastic fibers
B) collagen fibers
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A. red blood cells. B. calcium ions. C. creatinine. D. cholesterol.
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The strength of the lens depends on its shape, which in turn is regulated by what muscle?
a. constrictor muscle b. radial muscle c. suspensory muscle d. ciliary muscle e. circulatory muscle
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This test detects starch in solution
A) IKI (Lugol's iodine) test B) litmus test C) Benedict's test
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What should NOT be found in filtrate?
A) water and electrolytes B) acids and bases C) plasma proteins D) metabolic wastes
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