Which hormone stimulates the synthesis of steroid hormones by the adrenal gland?
A.)prolactin-inhibiting factor
B.)thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)
C.)corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH)
D.)adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
D.)adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
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A temporary cell that is no longer useful for development undergoes preprogrammed cell death. During this process,
A. the cell can no longer adhere to other cells. B. the cytoskeleton forms large, complex structures. C. mitochondria merge. D. chromosomes join.
Which of the following is (are) involved with motor activity (either initiation or coordination)?
A) Wernicke's area B) red nuclei C) gustatory cortex D) postcentral gyrus
The type of breathing in which the thoracic volume changes because the rib cage changes shape, and inhalation occurs when contraction of the external intercostals elevates the ribs and enlarges the thoracic cavity, is called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Because of the great deal of active transport that occurs here, the _________ of all the nephrons collectively account for about 6% of one's daily resting ATP and caloric consumption.
A. proximal convoluted tubules B. distal convoluted tubules C. loops of Henle D. collecting ducts E. glomeruli