What is the primary function of the large intestine?
A. Storage of vitamins and minerals
B. Protein digestion and nutrient absorption
C. Water and electrolyte absorption
D. Secretion of water, salts, sodium bicarbonate, and enzymes
C
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Fluid tends to be forced out of a capillary bed by ________ while ________ tends to draw fluid into the capillary bed
A) systolic pressure; diastolic pressure B) blood pressure; osmotic pressure C) osmotic pressure; diastolic pressure D) osmotic pressure; blood pressure
Damage to the ________ nerve would inhibit saliva production.
A. hypoglossal B. facial C. vagus D. abducens
During bone formation, calcium phosphate and calcium hydroxide interact to form crystals of ________, which serve to harden the matrix.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
If a man exercises by doing push-ups every day, he would strengthen or enlarge which of the following muscles?
A. Supraspinatus B. Triceps brachii C. Gastrocnemius D. Biceps brachii E. Thenar muscles