The closure of a precapillary sphincter prevents blood flow to tissues from:

A) venules. B) muscular arteries. C) elastic arteries. D) arterioles.


Answer: D

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A neuron starts to depolarize when _________________ ions move into the cell

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What is true of cutaneous receptors?

A) Each can detect several different types of stimuli. B) Touch receptors cluster on the ventral forearm and palm of the hand. C) Simple pain receptors are the most numerous. D) Pain and touch receptors are evenly distributed in the skin all over the body.

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A researcher has questions about the functions of the greater omentum, an organ found in the abdominal cavity. They begin researching its various functions. This researcher is studying the physiology of the organ.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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