__________ stimulates uterine contractions during parturition and milk letdown from the mammary glands

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Oxytocin

Anatomy & Physiology

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a. apoptosis factor b. interleukin growth factor c. histamine regulator d. T-cell growth factor e. B-cell growth factor

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The epiglottis opens the glottis during the swallowing reflex

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Mature bone cells that maintain and monitor the protein and mineral content of the surrounding matrix are called ________.

A) osteocytes B) chondrocytes C) osteoblasts D) osteoclasts E) osteoplasts

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Which of the following prevents the skin from overstretching and gives it strength?

A. Melanin B. Collagen fibers C. Elastic fibers D. Adipose tissue

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