The cyclical process of contracting and relaxing of the precapillary sphincters is called _________________

Fill in the blank with correct word.


vasomotion

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What feature of phospholipids allows them to interact with aqueous cytosol and extracellular fluid, while still presenting a barrier to hydrophilic substances?

A. They are polar molecules. B. They are nonpolar molecules. C. They are lipids. D. They are extremely rigid molecules. E. They are amphipathic molecules.

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A. promote renal reabsorption of water. B. promote renal reabsorption of sodium. C. promote renal excretion of potassium. D. All apply.

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