The thoracic cage (the thorax) includes all of the following bones except:

a. the scapula
b. 12 pairs of ribs
c. the vertebral column
d. the sternum


a. the scapula

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What is/are the purpose(s) of the scapula muscles?

A. stabilize the scapula B. move the scapula C. both A and B D. none of the above

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Baroreceptors are sensitive to changes in the blood ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The net intake and output of calcium for the entire body is regulated most directly by the activities of the kidneys and the gastrointestinal tract

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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