Myxedema is the medical word for congenital hypothyroidism
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
Explanation: Myxedema is severe adult hypothyroidism. Cretinism is congenital hypothyroidism.
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The combining form that means straight is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
During an eccentric muscle contraction
a. the muscle shortens as it overcomes the resistance. b. there is little or no movement during the contraction. c. the speed of the muscle contraction is kept constant. d. there is lengthening of the muscle as it contracts.
Which of the following is NOT true of HIV?
A. It does not live on surfaces outside the body for long periods. B. It cannot survive in extremely cold or hot temperatures. C. It can be found on toilet seats. D. It can be killed by chlorine bleach.
ATP is comprised of all the following except which one?
a. adenosine c. ribose b. glycosidic bonds d. glucose