All of the following are functions of the circulatory system EXCEPT 

A. blood clotting and immune defense.
B. temperature regulation.
C. oxygen, nutrient, and waste transport.
D. creation of red and white blood cells.
E. hormone transport.


D. creation of red and white blood cells.

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Charles Darwin and Alfred Russell Wallace are both credited with developing key ideas about evolution. Each of the following statements expresses their ideas except one. Choose the exception

a. The survival of the population is the key to evolution. b. All living organisms are the descendants of common ancestors. c. Increased survival and reproduction are the keys to evolution. d. The better adapted individuals are to an environment, the more likely they are to survive and reproduce. e. Modification of body plans and behaviors of organisms has led to descent with modification.

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Plant cells often have a large membrane-bound sac that is used for storing water and other substances called a:

A. Golgi body. B. central vacuole. C. centriole. D. nucleus. E. chloroplast.

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The voice-producing structure located in the throat is known as the ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Alterations to the positioning of the testes in males serve the purpose of ________

A) adjusting the temperature needed for production of healthy sperm B) allowing for an erection to occur C) allowing more room for the urethra D) allowing glands to release their contents

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