When the ______________ contracts, it causes air pressure in the lungs to drop below atmospheric pressure, which draws air into the lung

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


diaphragm

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A. iron B. copper C. zinc D. gold

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Living cells cannot be viewed under an electron microscope

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the sodium-glucose transport protein (SGLT)?

A. It is a uniport carrier. B. It is an antiport carrier. C. It transports glucose and sodium from the intestinal lumen into the epithelial cells. D. It transports glucose from the intestinal lumen into the epithelial cells, and sodium in the opposite direction. E. It uses solvent drag to transport glucose and sodium.

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The vestibulocochlear nerve passes through which of the following openings?

A. External acoustic meatus B. Internal acoustic meatus C. Foramen ovale D. Foramen rotundum E. Carotid canal

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