Which of the following is NOT a function of the axial skeleton?

A) aid in motion B) protection of underlying organs
C) encase body cavities D) form the longitudinal axis of the body


Answer: A

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The hair follicle is indicated by letter __________. 

The structure that is responsible for whorled ridges on the epidermal surfaces is indicated by letter __________. 

The structure that pulls the hair follicle into an upright position is indicated by letter __________. 

The gland that produces a mixture of oily substances and fragmented cells is indicated by label __________. 

The gland that produces sweat is indicated by label __________. 

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Which of the following structures is probably NOT directly involved in memory?

A) prefrontal cortex B) medulla oblongata C) thalamus D) hippocampus

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Which lymphoid organ undergoes a drastic age-related involution (decline in function and size)?

a. Gut-associated lymphoid tissue of the gastrointestinal tract b. Lymph node c. Palatine tonsil d. Spleen e. Thymus

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Which of the following accurately describes the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle?

A) impermeable to water and contains Na+/K+/Cl- cotransporters B) permeable to water in the presence of specific hormones C) permeable to water and does NOT contain Na /K /Cl cotransporters D) impermeable to water and does NOT contain Na+/K+/Cl- cotransporters E) permeable to water and contains Na+/K+/Cl- cotransporters

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