Alcohol acts as a diuretic because it ________.
A) is not reabsorbed by the tubule cells
B) increases the rate of glomerular filtration
C) increases secretion of ADH
D) inhibits the release of ADH
D) inhibits the release of ADH
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The action of the pectineus is to
a. abducts the thigh and extends the hip joint b. rotates the thigh and flexes the knee joint c. adducts the thigh and flexes the hip joint
The changes that occur in a woman's body at menopause are due to
A. reduced levels of estrogen and progesterone. B. depletion of oocyte supply. C. fluid retention that disrupts the osmotic balance of the body. D. increased production of androgens by the adrenal gland. E. reduced frequency of sexual activity.
Bones are constantly undergoing resorption (breaking bone down) for various reasons. Which of the following cells accomplishes this process?
A) osteoblast B) stem cell C) osteoclast D) osteocyte