Which of the following labels best matches osteocyte?
A) stem cell
B) dissolves matrix
C) mature bone cell
D) secretes organic matrix
E) immature bone cell
C
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A) at the proximal end of the muscle. B) at the distal end of the muscle. C) on the dorsal side of the muscle. D) on the lateral side of the muscle. E) the thumb.
What is the major function of the intervertebral discs?
A) absorb shock B) string the vertebrae together C) prevent injuries D) prevent hyperextension
A football player was tackled and fell onto the ball on his left side. He then complained of rib pain and exhibited signs of shock. What was a likely consequence of his fall?
A. Ruptured spleen B. Peripheral edema C. Lymphadenopathy D. Elephantiasis E. Hodgkin disease
These muscles extend from a superior rib inferomedially to the adjacent inferior rib. They elevate the ribs upon contraction, thereby increasing the transverse dimensions of the thoracic cavity during inhalation.
A. External intercostals B. Scalenes C. Transversus thoracis D. Internal intercostals E. Serratus posterior inferior