An increase in the size of the ____________________ of a nerve fiber, along with the amount of ____________________ around the fiber both increase its rate of conduction

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diameter, myelin

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The ECG T wave interval represents ________.

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Autonomic innervation of the kidney includes

A.  Cranial Nerve V and sympathetic nerves from T1-T2. B.  Cranial Nerve V and sympathetic nerves from T10-T12. C.  Cranial Nerve X and sympathetic nerves from T1-T2. D.  Cranial Nerve X and sympathetic nerves from T10-T12.

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The term conformation refers to:

A. the three-dimensional shape of a molecule, such as a protein. B. the ability of DNA to copy itself. C. the energy held in the bonds of an organic molecule, such as a protein. D. the amino acid sequence (primary structure) of a protein.

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Which of the following factors does not increase growth hormone secretion?

a. deep sleep b. exercise c. low blood amino acid level d. stress e. low blood glucose level

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