In addition to support of soft tissue, what are the other five functions of the skeletal system?
What will be an ideal response?
The skeletal system allows for movement, protection of internal organs, the storage of the minerals calcium and phosphorus, the storage of fat, and the production of blood cells.
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Which of the following characteristics is
common to bryophytes and to seedless vascular plants?
a. xylem conduction cells b. sporophyte predominant c. gametophyte predominant d. water required for fertilization e. true roots
Excess salts of saltwater fish are excreted
a. by relatively large kidneys. b. through the skin. c. through the eyes. d. through special salt glands located in the tail. e. through the gills.
Four of the five answers below are not legitimate prescription drugs. Select the exception
a. barbiturates b. PCP c. nicotine d. cocaine e. alcohol
The first system to develop in the vertebrate embryo is the:a
circulatory system. b. digestive system. c. excretory system. d. reproductive system. e. nervous system.