The ________ deepens the socket of the hip joint and helps stabilize the joint.

A. fovea capitis
B. ischial tuberosity
C. lesser trochanter
D. acetabular labrum
E. greater trochanter


Answer: D

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

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Both insulin and glucagon are peptide hormones that target liver cells. The response of the target cells to each of these two hormones is opposite. This information implies that

A) one hormone binds to a receptor on the cell membrane and the other to an intracellular receptor. B) the two hormones bind to different cell surface receptors. C) both hormones interact with receptors at the cell nucleus. D) each of the two hormones uses a different second messenger. E) the two hormones bind to different receptors and use a different second messenger.

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When two or more hormones work together to produce a particular result, their effects are ________.

A. synergistic B. permissive C. antagonistic D. inhibitory

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Why does hair turn white or gray with age?

A) The hair is no longer producing carotene. B) The keratinocytes have been damaged. C) Sebaceous gland activity increases, making the hair well lubricated during growth and turning it white or gray. D) The epidermis is dividing faster, making the hair white or gray. E) The melanocyte activity declines, making the hair white or gray.

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