Which vertebral curvature abnormality is the most serious? Why?
What will be an ideal response?
Scoliosis is the most serious abnormality, due to the pressure that can be placed on the lungs and resulting breathing difficulties.
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A) tinnitus. B) vertigo. C) strabismus. D) nystagmus. E) trismus.
Substance P is a neuropeptide that functions in the transmission of pain information to the brain
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Which of the following is a series of channels found within the cytoplasm that is formed from folded membrane?
A. Golgi apparatus B. Facilitated diffusion C. Endoplasmic reticulum D. Cell membrane
The thickest myocardium is found in the walls of the _____. Why?
A) right atrium; because it must pump against the high pressure of incoming venous blood from the vena cavae. B) left atrium; because it must pump into the high pressure of the left ventricle. C) right ventricle; because it must pump into the high resistance of the pulmonary circulation. D) left ventricle; because it pumps into the systemic circulation and must push blood through the whole body.