Which of the following statements correctly describes nervous tissue?

A. Tissue that has cells and fibers in a matrix
B. Tissue that allows for communication through chemical and electrical signals
C. Tissue that lines and covers all body surfaces
D. Tissue that allows movements through the contraction of cells


Answer: B

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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a. about 40 mmHg b. equivalent to alveolar partial pressure c. dramatically different than pulmonary arteries partial pressure d. equivalent to the partial pressure of oxygen in the arteriolar ends of systemic capillaries e. all of the above

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On average, about half of the body heat that is lost is due to

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