The partial pressure of _______ in the arteries is normally the most important input in regulating the magnitude of ventilation under resting conditions

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


carbon dioxide

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What is the correct order of events in the sliding filament theory of muscle contraction?1. Myosin head binds to actin2. Calcium ions bind to troponin3. Myosin cross-bridges bend, pulling actin toward center of sarcomere4. ATP is split into ADP and P5. Tropomyosin moves to expose active sites of actin6. Sarcoplasmic reticulum releases calcium ions7. ADP and P released from myosin

A. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 B. 6,2,5,4,1,7,3 C. 2,4,6,1,3,5,7 D. 4,2,7,1,6,5,3

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In the reproductive cycle, estrogen _____, whereas progesterone _____

A) ejects milk from the mammary glands; stimulates milk secretion B) inhibits the release of FSH; stimulates the release of FSH C) stimulates uterine wall development; stimulates the uterine lining to become more glandular D) stimulates erection of the clitoris; stimulates the uterine lining to become glandular

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Which of the following is not a primary taste sensation?

A. Bitter B. Umami C. Spicy D. Salty E. Sweet

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