A small sac of gland cells arranged around a space into which they secrete their product is called a(n) __________.

A. areolus
B. acinus
C. ductus
D. lobule
E. varix


B. acinus

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A motor unit within the powerful quadriceps muscle would

A. generally contain less than ten fibers. B. be much like those in the eye muscles. C. generally contain several hundred fibers. D. contain several motor neurons.

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