Which of the following is a condition resulting from a hereditary defect in elastin fibers characterized by hyperextensible joints, tall stature, long limbs, and vision problems?
A. Osteogenesis imperfecta
B. Marfan syndrome
C. Havers syndrome
D. Scurvy
E. Klinefelter syndrome
B. Marfan syndrome
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The aorta is in the
A. peritoneal cavity. B. anterior pararenal space. C. perirenal space. D. posterior pararenal space.
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The ________ muscle is located on the front of the lower leg.
A. gastrocnemium B. latissimus dorsi C. tibialis anterior D. hamstring
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The attachment of a muscle to a bone is called
A) a tendon. B) a ligament. C) an aponeurosis. D) a capsule. E) either a tendon or an aponeurosis.
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Emphysema causes a decrease in the surface area of the respiratory membrane and thereby leads to respiratory
A. acidosis. B. alkalosis.
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