Intrapleural pressure is normally about 4 mm Hg less than the pressure in the alveoli
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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Which is not correct regarding the pancreas?
A. It is elongated in shape, spongy, and nodular. B. The majority of cells in the pancreas are pancreatic acini. C. It is located posterior to the stomach, between the small intestine and the spleen. D. It is a heterocrine, or mixed, gland. E. It does not begin to secrete its hormones until puberty.
Each of the following factors would increase peripheral resistance except
A) increased sympathetic stimulation. B) elevated levels of epinephrine. C) vasodilation. D) irregularities in the vessel walls caused by plaques. E) elevated hematocrit.
The hormone ________ promotes uterine contractions during labor.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The enzyme carbonic anhydrase catalyzes the catabolism of H2CO3 to H2O and CO2
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.