Hair, like the fingernails and toenails, is composed of a fibrous protein called ________.

A. antigen
B. bilirubin
C. collagen
D. keratin


Answer: D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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She visited an orthopedic surgeon last week who told her that he would "like to have a look at her knee joint." He also told her that her symptoms indicated damage to the meniscus, and it might have to be removed. What will the doctor do to see the joint, and if the meniscus is removed will Mary be able to play tennis again? What will be an ideal response

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Which of the following muscles functions to maintain an erect spinal column and head?

A) erector spinae B) biceps brachii C) triceps brachii D) rectus femoris E) biceps femoris

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