Neuroglia found in the CNS that change the permeability of capillaries in the brain by binding to and surrounding these blood vessels are called ________

Fill in the blanks with correct word


astrocytes

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A. a muscle working in opposition to another muscle. B. the end of the muscle where the action occurs. C. the muscle that does most of the movement. D. the stationary end of the muscle. E. a group of muscles that work together to cause movement.

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The testes develop in which of the following areas?

(A) scrotum (B) abdominal cavity (C) extraperitoneal (D) rectus sheath (E) superficial fascia

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Skin vasoconstriction increases the skin's insulative capacity

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The brain and spinal cord are protected by the ________

A) serosa B) meninges C) pleura D) peritoneum E) pericardium

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