Light alerts the biological clock to cease secreting ________, a hormone that promotes sleep.

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


melatonin

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Which of the following best describes spit tobacco?

A. It usually causes changes in the gums and lips after 6-12 months of use. B. In 5 minutes, it can deliver the same amount of nicotine as two or three cigarettes. C. It causes leukoplakia and gingivitis. D. It does not contain chemicals known to cause cancer.

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The 400-meter swim is an aerobic exercise

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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All of the following are treatments for a spinal cord injury EXCEPT ________

A) the use of a spinal board and cervical collar in the ambulance B) surgery to fuse damaged vertebrae C) a ventriculoperitoneal shunt D) a corticosteroid drug to decrease inflammation

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Deep abdominal breathing is frequently a signal that the fight-or-flight response is activated.

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

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