What is a loss of muscle mass from a lack of activity called?

A. Myopathy
B. Dystrophy
C. Apathy
D. Atrophy
E. Tetanus


D. Atrophy

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A.   Biceps femoris B.   Semimembranosus C.   Sartorius D.   Quadriceps femoris E.   Tensor fasciae latae

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The study of the early processes during the first two months of development from conception to physical maturity is called ________.

A) cytology B) physiology C) histology D) embryology E) osteology

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White blood cells engulf bacteria by means of ________.

A. active transport B. cotransport C. phagocytosis D. pinocytosis E. receptor-mediated endocytosis

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The process resulting in the forcible expulsion of the fetus from the uterus is called ________.

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

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