A hormone is a ______ and the target cell is __________

A) regulatory molecule that controls secretions of other cells; a cell that synthesizes
hormones
B) molecule that has a metabolic effect on another cell; a cell that has receptors for
specific hormones
C) protein that stimulates other cells; the source of hormone secretions
D) molecule; a cell that does not have receptors


B

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The ________ connects the third and fourth ventricles.

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

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When the body is relying on internal energy reserves to continue meeting its energy demands, it is in the ________ state

A) postabsorptive B) absorptive C) starvation D) deprivation E) preabsorptive

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In the cardiac and vascular function curves shown below, the solid curves represent the control state. The shift, shown by the dashed line, is explained by:

A. administration of positive inotropic agent B. hemorrhage C. infusion of isotonic saline D. increase in peripheral vascular resistance E. administration of a negative inotropic agent

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Which of the following is (are) true of the rods?

A. Function in dim light B. Located in the fovea centralis C. See color D. All apply.

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