Define peristalsis

What will be an ideal response?


Organized series of contractions.

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In leukemia

A) the blood has too few platelets B) the person has lowered resistance to infection. C) all of the above. D) the blood has too many immature leukocytes.

Anatomy & Physiology

Which of the following is the correct layering of the meninges from superficial to deep?

A. Dura mater, pia mater, arachnoid mater B. Dura mater, arachnoid mater, pia mater C. Arachnoid mater, dura mater, pia mater D. Pia mater, dura mater, arachnoid mater

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Neuroglia is the type of cell that _____.?

A) ?is able to react when stimulated B) ?insulates, supports, and protects neurons C) ?is able to pass the nerve impulse generated by other cells

Anatomy & Physiology

The ________ projects anteriorly to form Adam's apple.

A. thyroid cartilage B. hyoid bone C. epiglottis D. cricoid cartilage

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