Joe begins to experience mood swings and disturbed thirst and hunger. Imaging studies indicate that a brain tumor is the likely cause of these disorders. In what part of the brain is the tumor most likely located?
A) prefrontal cortex
B) postcentral gyrus
C) basal nuclei
D) hypothalamus
E) reticular formation
Answer: D
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Based on the structural classification of joints, which of the following is a fibrous joint?
a) Synchondrosis b) Synovial joint c) Symphysis d) Syndesmosis e) Diarthrosis
The vessels supplying the pelvic organs with oxygenated blood are the _________________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).