Which of these functions cannot be attributed to the mucous membrane that lines the nasal cavity?
A) warms incoming air
B) filters particles from incoming air
C) moistens incoming air
D) initial gas exchange between air and blood occurs here
Answer: D) initial gas exchange between air and blood occurs here
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The ____________________ consists of the medulla oblongata, the pons varolii, and the midbrain
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following structures produces a hormone responsible for stimulating red blood cell production?
A. Stomach B. Heart C. Kidney D. Skin
The entire space between the pleural cavities containing only the heart, great vessels, thymus, trachea and esophagus is called the
A) pericardial cavity. B) mediastinum. C) thoracic cavity. D) anterior cavity. E) abdominopelvic cavity.