Carrying impulses away from a center is called ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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a. TSH b. T3 c. ACTH d. FSH

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Stimulation of the body's immune system is known as immunotherapy

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A combining vowel is often added to a word root. What is a vowel, and why would such a thing be added to the word root?

A) L is an example of a vowel, and this letter is commonly used in medical terms. B) O is an example of a vowel, and it is added to change the meaning of the constructed term. C) O is an example of a vowel, and it is added to make the constructed term easier to pronounce. D) V is an example of a vowel, and it is added because medical terms often have too many consonants.

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A(n) ________, consisting of a piece of DNA or RNA and a protein coat, is a microorganism that requires the use of another organism's cells to grow and divide.

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

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