The structure in the epidermis that allows humans to detect very light touch, especially in the finger tips is the ________.
What will be an ideal response?
Merkel cell
Anatomy & Physiology
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A. Cardiac muscle B. Adipose C. Skeletal muscle D. Liver E. Brain
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If an animal is dehydrated, the specific gravity of urine will be low
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Ventral rami of some spinal nerves join with each other to form a ________.
A. plexus B. nerve C. cord D. dermatome E. ganglion
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Explain how isometric and isotonic contractions differ, using examples of each
What will be an ideal response?
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