The cusps of the atrioventricular valves attach to the papillary muscles via the __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
chordae tendineae
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Which of the following is an abnormal joining of tissues resulting from the formation of scar tissue at a previous site of inflammation or surgical repair?
a) adhesions b) articulations c) cysts d) granulomas e) osteophytes
During which of these time periods do teratogens have the most serious effects on fetal development?
A) period of fertilization B) first six months of pregnancy C) period of organogenesis D) final three months of pregnancy
The typical value of water losses and gains each day is
A) 500 mL. B) 1000 mL. C) 1500 mL. D) 2000 mL. E) 2500 mL.
Which statement is true regarding the location of the trachea?
A. It lies superior to the esophagus, inferior to the larynx, and superior to the primary bronchi of the lungs. B. It lies posterior to the esophagus, inferior to the larynx, and superior to the primary bronchi of the lungs. C. It lies anterior to the esophagus, inferior to the larynx, and inferior to the primary bronchi of the lungs. D. It lies anterior to the esophagus, inferior to the larynx, and superior to the primary bronchi of the lungs. E. It lies superior to the esophagus, superior to the larynx, and superior to the primary bronchi of the lungs.