What functional advantage is there for skeletal muscle cells to be multinucleate?

What will be an ideal response?


Skeletal muscle fibers are large since they are formed from the fusion of embryonic cells called myoblasts. Having multiple nuclei aids skeletal muscle fibers in their constant synthesis of enzymes, structural proteins, and contractile proteins. This also enables skeletal muscle fibers to be extremely long.

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Sweat glands are ______________________________________ glands because they secrete sweat to the exterior (via a duct)

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Photoreceptors are located in




A) G.
B) H.
C) I.
D) N.
E) O.

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A woman with a 28-day menstrual cycle would like to avoid pregnancy without the use of contraceptives. She should avoid sexual intercourse ________ for the best chance of preventing pregnancy.

A. on days 7-10 B. when basal body temperature is lowest C. 2 days after start of the secretory phase D. 1 day prior to her LH surge

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Determine for what condition Jourdan should take an antipyretic medication

What will be an ideal response?

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