Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?
A) body support
B) calcium homeostasis
C) protection of internal organs
D) blood cell production
E) temperature regulation
Answer: E
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A. 98 B. 40 C. 10 D. 20 E. 80
Stenosis (constriction) of the pyloric sphincter would interfere with
A. peristalsis. B. passage of chyme into the duodenum. C. mucus secretion. D. passage of bile and pancreatic juice into the duodenum. E. passage of a bolus into the stomach.
After kicking a ball at a soccer match, Leticia feels excruciating pain at the back of her thigh. She has likely suffered an injury to which of the following?
A. The calcaneal tendon B. The thigh adductors C. The sciatic nerve D. The quadriceps femoris E. The hamstrings