Microvilli are present on cells that, because of their function, benefit from an increased membrane surface area. Which structure(s) on a neuron provide a comparable benefit?

A) cell body
B) collaterals
C) dendrites
D) varicosities
E) axon


C) dendrites

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Which is true regarding cytokinesis?

A)The pinching in of the cytoplasm and cleavage furrow begins and ends after telophase is totally finished. B)Cytokinesis always begins and ends in telophase. C)The cytokinesis cleavage furrow is made by the mitosis spindle. D)Cytokinesis usually begins in anaphase.

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

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The azygos vein empties directly into the right atrium.

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

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