What is the expanded, funnel-shaped structure in the kidney leading to the ureter?
renal hilum
renal calyces
renal pelvis
urethra
renal pelvis
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What is the role of vitamin C in bone growth?
A. It is necessary for the absorption of calcium by the digestive system. B. It stimulates osteoblast activity. C. It promotes the cross-linking of collagen molecules in bone. D. It promotes synthesis of the glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) of the bone matrix. E. It promotes proliferation of cartilage at the epiphyseal plates.
Which is not a correct pairing of bone and feature?
A. Occipital bone - foramen magnum B. Sphenoid bone - foramen rotundum C. Temporal bone - carotid canal D. Frontal bone - supraorbital foramen E. Parietal bone - mental foramen
When a person drinks a large amount of beer, he or she will have an increased frequency of urination. Other than affecting the activity of ADH, what kidney mechanism causes this change?
What will be an ideal response?
How would an increase in the sympathetic nervous system increase stroke volume?
What will be an ideal response?