The primary risk factor for cancer is ____________________. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)


ANS: age

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In general, a signal transmitted via phosphorylation of a series of proteins _____

A) results in a conformational change to each protein B) requires binding of a hormone to an intracellular receptor C) activates a transcription event D) generates ATP in the process of signal transduction E) occurs within the outer plasma membrane

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The large intestine is the longest part of the digestive tract

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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

1.A transfusion can provide passive immunity. 2.If an Rh- woman has two babies who are Rh+, her immune response to the second baby would be an example of a secondary immune response. 3.T cells direct humoral immunity while B cells govern cell-mediated immune reactions. 4.Lymph nodes have a crucial role in immunity. 5.Adaptive immune defenses provide a rapid, broad defense against any infectious agent.

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The function of the rugae of the stomach is to:

a. secrete amylase. b. crush the food. c. increase the holding capacity of the stomach. d. mix the food with gastric juices. e. increase the surface area for secretion.

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