The veins that link two capillary systems are called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
portal systems
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The hyoid bone is unique because it ________.
A) is the only bone of the body that does not articulate with any other bone B) is shaped like a plow C) is covered with mucosa D) has no specific function
Phenelzine is a common MAO inhibitor that has been used to treat depression. It is not, however, prescribed as often as other antidepressants due to its effects on the autonomic nervous system. Describe several side effects that may result from taking phenelzine and explain why they might occur.
What will be an ideal response?
What happens to red blood cells when placed in an isotonic solution? a. They may shrink
b. They may swell. c. They remain the same. d. They become nucleated.
A 21-year-old man receives a penetrat- ing knife wound in the abdomen and is injured in both the superior mesenteric artery and the vagus nerve. Which portion of the colon would most likely be impaired by this injury?
(A) Ascending and descending colons (B) Transverse and sigmoid colons (C) Descending and sigmoid colons (D) Ascending and transverse colons (E) Transverse and descending colons