The overall leading cause of death in the United States is

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cardiovascular disease

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Analysis of a glandular secretion indicates that it contains some DNA, RNA, and membrane components such as phospholipids. What mechanism of secretion does this indicate, and why?

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Which of the following is not a function of the large intestine?

a. digestion at the brush border b. electrolyte and fluid balance c. site of microbial fermentation d. volatile fatty acid production e. temporary excreta storage

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The galea ________ is the structure that connects the frontal belly and occipital belly of the occipitofrontalis.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Skin covering the ________ has sweat glands but no hair follicles or sebaceous glands

A) forearm B) back C) buttocks D) abdomen E) fingertips

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