Which layer of tissue is damaged in a first-degree burn?

A) hypodermis
B) epidermis
C) dermis
D) both the epidermis and dermis.


Answer: B) epidermis

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Enzymes that remove phosphate groups from their substrates are called __________

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Myelin sheaths surrounding nerve fibers in the peripheral nervous system are produced by ____

a. Schwann cells b. microglia c. satellite cells d. astrocytes

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Which of these is not a function of the large intestine?

A) absorption of fats B) absorption of certain vitamins C) absorption of water and salts D) production of mucus E) all of the above

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As a cell grows,

A) its requirement for nutrients increases to a lesser degree than its requirement for oxygen. B) its volume increases to a lesser degree than its surface area. C) the relationship between its surface area and volume remains unchanged. D) its surface area increases to a lesser degree than its volume.

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