The cell body of a neuron may contain synapses numbering in the ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


thousands

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Compare and contrast the way in which lipophilic and hydrophilic hormones affect their target cells. Include in your answer the type of receptor used, the major events promoted inside the cell after these hormone attach to their specific receptors, and the relative amount of time required to see the effect of hormone binding

What will be an ideal response?

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The small cavities in bone tissue where osteocytes are found are called _______

a. lacunae b. perforating (Volkmann's) canals c. central (Haversian) canals d. trabeculae e. lamellae

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Renin is produced by the ____.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Maya is experiencing pain and discomfort in her posterior coxal region. Which specific joint may be the problem?

A. proximal radio-ulnar joint B. sacroiliac joint C. symphysis pubis D. knee joint E. glenohumeral joint

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