The property of an extracellular solution that determines whether a cell will swell or shrink is called __________

Fill in the blank with the correct word.


Answer: Tonicity

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Which of the following is/are functions of the human nervous system?

A. receiving, storing, and processing information on the internal and external environments B. bringing about changes in physiology and/or behavior to ensure optimal functions of homeostatic mechanisms C. secretion of hormones D. coordination of movement E. All of the choices are correct.

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Long bones grow in length at the ________.

A. center of the epiphysis B. articular cartilage C. endosteum-periosteum junction D. epiphyseal plate E. center of the shaft

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Interstitial fluid represents one type of extracellular material

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Thecal and granulosa cells are collectively known as:

a. follicular cells b. ovulatory cells c. menstrual cells d. luteal cells e. secondary cells

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