The lungs' elastic behavior results from elastin fibers and alveolar surface tension

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

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

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What two structures create the filtration membrane of the nephron?

A) Capsular space and podocytes B) Podocytes and parietal glomerular capsule C) Podocytes and glomerular capillaries D) Capsular space and renal tubule

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What is the significance of the hard and soft palates that separate the nasal cavity from the oral cavity?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which oral landmark marks the opening of the submandibular duct?

A. Sublingual fold (plica) B. Labial frenum C. Parotid papilla D. Sublingual caruncle E. Pterygomandibular raphe

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