Identify the virus associated with some types of cervical cancer. How is this virus acquired? Is it accurate to consider cervical cancer to be contagious? Explain.

What will be an ideal response?


Cervical cancer can be caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV. This virus is typically acquired from sexual contact with an infected person. Given that the virus is contagious, some consider cervical cancer to be a sexually transmitted cancer.

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Which of the following is not a function of synovial fluid?

A) shock absorption B) increases osmotic pressure within joint C) lubrication D) provides nutrients E) protects articular cartilages

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A.   transverse B.   perforating C.   penetrating D.   connecting E.   cementing

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The adaptive, or acquired, immune system

a. are non-specific b. include functions of skin and saliva c. rely on specific immune responses selectively targeted against specific antigens d. is very quick in its response e. is effective against generalized threats

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