The white crescent at the proximal end of the nail plate is called the _________

Fill in the blank with correct word.


lunula or lunule

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A) metaplasia B) atrophy C) dysplasia D) hypertrophy

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How does oxidation during cellular respiration differ from burning?

A. Respiration requires a relatively large amount of energy to start the process. B. Respiration uses enzymes to lower the activation energy. C. Respiration releases more energy as heat and light. D. Respiration doesn't use enzymes to lower the activation energy.

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Which of the following movements is a good example of hyperextension?

A) opening the mouth B) turning the hand palm upward C) extreme bending of the head backwards D) moving the hand toward the shoulder E) spreading the fingers

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Which type of depression results in an individual with a manic-depressive illness

a) major depression. b) dysthymia. c) bipolar disorder. d) seasonal affective disorder. e) all of these disorders.

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