In circumstances where the body requires prolonged or increased levels of a hormone, the DNA of target cells will specify the synthesis of more receptors on the surface of the cells of the target organ. This is known as ________.
A) the cell's sensitivity reaction
B) cellular affinity
C) up-regulation
D) a reaction to a stressor
C) up-regulation
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
"Segmentation" within the small intestine refers to the
A. propulsion of material between the segments of the GI tract. B. division of function between the different segments of the small intestine. C. back-and-forth motion that mixes chyme with glandular secretions. D. gastroileal reflex that moves materials from the stomach to the large intestine.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false