What determines how an atom interacts with other atoms and whether it will form bonds with specific atoms?

What will be an ideal response?


Valence electrons

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A.   Respiratory bronchioles B.   Alveolar ducts C.   Alveoli D.   Terminal bronchioles E.   Bronchioles

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Damage to the substantia nigra causes a decrease in the neurotransmitter dopamine. This causes a gradual, generalized increase in muscle tone, which is the main symptom of

A) Parkinson's disease. B) rabies. C) Alzheimer's disease. D) myasthenia gravis. E) tetanus.

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Which is a TRUE statement about implantation of a blastocyst?

A. When it occurs outside the uterus, it is called a myopic pregancy. B. It normally occurs midway through the luteal phase. C. It is a result of digestion of myometrial cells by enzymes in the trophoblast. D. It occurs at a time in the cycle when plasma estrogen concentration is higher than progesterone concentration. E. It occurs at the same time as, and is caused by, the LH surge.

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Describe the locations of the parathyroid glands

A) They are located superior to each kidney. B) They are embedded in the posterior surfaces of the lateral lobes of the thyroid gland. C) They are embedded in the anterior surfaces of the isthmus of the thyroid gland. D) They are located superior to the thyroid gland on the trachea. E) They are located inferior to the greater curve of the stomach.

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