Frostbite results from peripheral ________ due to exposure to cold temperatures.

A. vasoconstriction
B. vasodilation


Answer: A

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

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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that affects what region of the body?

A. Wrist B. Foot C. Leg D. Arm

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The ____________ are descending motor tracts on the anterolateral surface of the midbrain.

a. cerebral peduncles b. inferior colliculi c. pyramids d. tegmenta

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The egg, or ovum, is more correctly called

A. an oogonium. B. a primary oocyte. C. a zygote. D. a secondary oocyte.

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