What causes vertigo?

What will be an ideal response?


Vertigo is caused by any condition that alters the function of the internal ear receptor complex, the vestibular nerve of the vestibulocochlear nerve, or sensory nuclei and pathways in the central nervous system. Common causes include motion sickness, excessive alcohol consumption, and exposure to certain drugs.

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__________________ is used with hair or blood to determine a cow's parents or breeding lines

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Only male cats spray and mark territory

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The primary extensors of the wrist include which of the following muscles?

A) brachialis and palmaris longus B) extensor carpi radialis longus and extensor carpi ulnaris C) flexor carpi ulnaris, flexor carpi radialis, and palmaris longus D) supinator and brachioradialis E) None of the answers are correct.

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The sliding filament theory of muscle contraction has emerged from research only in the last 10 to 15 years.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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