A fracture in the shaft of a bone would be a break in the ________.

A) epiphysis
B) metaphysis
C) diaphysis
D) articular cartilage


C) diaphysis

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The ________ (organelle) plays a role in neutralizing free radicals, detoxifying alcohol and other drugs, and breaking fatty acids into 2-carbon molecules.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Asthma is a respiratory disorder characterized by construction of airways and mucus production which makes it very difficult to breathe. The constriction of airways, mucus production and altered gene expression in the cells lining the airways of asthmatics is due to increased release of neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Explain how a single molecule can have such a large and diverse effect in a

single cell. What will be an ideal response?

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There are no types of appointments that must be approved by the veterinarian

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Cardiac muscle tissue, or _____, makes up the major portion of the heart.?

A) ?myocardium B) ?pericardium C) ?endocardium D) ?septum

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