The "hypothyroid" condition also known as "myxedema," may be characterized by the formation of a "goiter," or enlargement of the thyroid gland.
a. true
b. false
Ans: a. true
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A) greater tubercle of the humerus. B) tuberosity of the radius. C) lesser tubercle and intertubercular groove of the humerus. D) clavicle and scapula. E) vertebral border near the spine.
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The partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood is approximately ________ mm Hg.
A) 45 B) 100 C) 50 D) 40 E) 70
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An excess of hormones in the blood may cause target organs to decrease the number of receptors for that hormone in a process called
A. negative feedback B. receptor inhibition C. down-regulation D. positive feedback
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Sperm production occurs in the
A) ductus deferens. B) seminiferous tubules. C) epididymis. D) seminal glands. E) rete testis.
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