Which of the following structures does not help to increase the absorptive surface area of the small intestine?

a. villi
b. plicae
c. lacteal
d. microvilli


c. lacteal

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The period of development during which the contents of a zygote are divided into increasingly smaller cells is called ________.

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

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Parasympathetic postganglionic fibers

a. arise from the ganglion chain located along either side of the spinal cord. b. are cholinergic. c. secrete norepinephrine. d. both (a) and (b) above. e. both (a) and (c) above.

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Which diagnostic test evaluates the function of clotting factors within the blood?

A. Prothrombin time B. Bone marrow biopsy C. Platelet count D. Partial thromboplastin time

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The clitoris is homologous to the penis

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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