The structural and functional units of the kidney are the renal (medullary) pyramids
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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Inflammation at the attachment of the extensor carpi muscles on the lateral epicondyle of the humerus due to activity that requires rotation of the forearm and firm grip of hand is known as ________ elbow.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The membrane that lines passageways that open to the exterior environment is called ________
A) the lamina propria B) a synovial membrane C) a mucous membrane (mucosa) D) a serous membrane (serosa) E) endothelium
What is(are) the driving force(s) for filtration in the nephron?
A) hydrostatic pressure gradients, osmotic pressure gradients and Starling forces B) osmotic pressure gradients C) hydrostatic pressure gradients and osmotic pressure gradients D) hydrostatic pressure gradients E) Starling forces
Which of the following nutrients is absorbed by the lacteals of the small intestine?
A. Water-soluble vitamins B. Triglycerides C. Glucose D. Minerals E. Amino acids