As the thoracic cavity (and therefore the lungs) increase in size, the pressure inside increases proportionally.

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


False

As stated in Boyle's law, the relationship between volume in pressure is inversely proportional. For example, when the volume of a container increases, the pressure inside of it decreases.

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The membrane that lines the lumenal surfaces of the digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive tracts consists of _________.

A. simple squamous epithelium and dense irregular connective tissue B. areolar and dense irregular connective tissue C. epithelium and lamina propria D. areolar tissue and lamina propria E. simple squamous epithelium and areolar tissue

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The average length of the uterine (menstrual) cycle is ________ days.

A) 5 B) 14 C) 20 D) 28 E) 37

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Match the mineral with its function.A. Functions in carbon dioxide metabolism and transport, also needed for protein metabolismB. Component of hemoglobinC. A constituent of coenzymes; needed for bone formation and proper function of nerve and muscleD. Needed for the production of thyroxineE. Component of nucleic acids and ATP; used in bone formationMagnesium

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Cholesterol is synthesized chiefly in the liver.

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

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