__________ is the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food for use by the body.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Digestion
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In the diagram, where are thick filaments found?
a) C b) E c) A d) B e) All of these choices
All of the following are components of the lower respiratory tract EXCEPT the ________
A) trachea B) larynx C) pharynx D) primary bronchi
Which is NOT an effect of parathyroid hormone?
A. increases the bone-degrading activity of osteoclasts B. decreases reabsorption of calcium by the kidneys C. promotes vitamin D synthesis, leading to increased intestinal absorption of calcium D. increases plasma [Ca2+] E. decreases reabsorption of phosphate by the kidneys
Identify the characteristics associated with endocrine glands
a. lack ducts b. secrete chemicals directly into the blood c. derived from epithelial tissue d. include the parathyroids e. all of these