The process by which the three primary germ layers are formed during the third week of development is known as ________.

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


gastrulation

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Which of the following promotes the depolarization stage?

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A compression or burst fracture of the cervical spine would MOST likely occur following:

A) a direct blow to the occipital region of the skull. B) rapid acceleration following a motor vehicle crash. C) axial loading after a patient falls and lands feet first. D) a significant fall in which the patient lands head first.

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Which endocrine gland is NOT matched correctly with a disorder?

A. anterior pituitary gland: pituitary dwarfism, gigantism, acromegaly B. pineal gland: Seasonal Affective Disorder C. pancreas: diabetes insipidus D. thyroid gland: cretinism, myxedema, Grave's disease, goiter E. adrenal cortex: Cushing's syndrome, Addison's disease, adrenogenital syndrome

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