What is the function of the limbic system?

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This is a functional area of the brain that is in control of our emotions, such as fear, anger, love, hate, etc. It can be acted upon by smell (the smell of a gas, perfume, dead animals), memories, taste, sight, and self-will.

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Where is the flexor carpi radialis?

a) D b) E c) F d) G e) H

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________ induces ovulation in females and production of androgens (testosterone) in males. (Note: Be sure to capitalize the first letter of your answer).

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

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The mechanical and chemical breakdown of food is called ________.

A. ingestion B. digestion C. absorption D. defecation

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When a couple cannot have any children they are termed _______.

A) infertile B) sterile C) impotent D) incontinent E) non-conceptive

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