During development of the hands and feet in the late embryonic stage, the fingers and toes form as extensions of muscular, nervous, and connective tissue from the limb buds. Completion of finger and toe extension triggers a process in which the webbed tissue between each digit is signaled/programmed to die. This process is known as ________.

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


apoptosis

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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To defend blood volume against dehydration, the body

A) accelerates reabsorption of water at the kidneys. B) experiences a recall of interstitial fluids. C) experiences an increase in the blood colloidal osmotic pressure. D) increases water intake. E) All of the answers are correct.

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The ________ secretes growth hormone, which is also known as somatotropin.

A. anterior pituitary B. thyroid C. hypothalamus D. thymus E. posterior pituitary

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The accessory structures of the skin include all of the following except:

a. teeth b. hair c. nails d. sweat glands

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