An important function of the placenta is to serve as an anatomical barrier against maternal immune cells

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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The reflex that complements a withdrawal reflex by making compensatory adjustments on the opposite side of the body receiving the stimulus is the

A) tendon reflex. B) crossed extensor reflex. C) stretch reflex. D) flexor reflex. E) reciprocal reflex.

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Kittens should be weaned around _____ weeks

a. 2-4 c. 4-5 b. 3-4 d. 5-6

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Parasympathetic ganglia are called ________ ganglia.

A. dorsal B. terminal C. collateral D. pelvic E. chain

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Hypothalamic releasing and release-inhibiting hormones are transported from the hypothalamus to the anterior pituitary by way of __________.

A) the general bloodstream B) a portal system of blood vessels directly connecting the two organs C) direct contact between the two organs D) a cascade of release-inhibit-release-etc. interactions

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