Atrial distension is a stimulus for the secretion of atrial natriuretic factor, which stimulates the reabsorption of sodium by the kidneys.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


False

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Describe the effect of exposure to UV rays on the skin

A. Improved skin tone B. Increased vitamin B production C. Increased melanin synthesis D. Decreased cancer risk

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. The diaphysis is the hollow shaft of the long bone. 2. The articular cartilage covers and cushions the ends of the bones. 3. The periosteum lines the medullary cavity. 4. The epiphysis is the hollow area in the shaft of the bone where marrow is stored. 5. The needlelike threads of spongy bone are called trabeculae.

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The placenta secretes hCG, which causes the ovaries to maintain cyclic follicular development (ovulations) during pregnancy

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following is not true of the suspensory ligaments of the breasts?

A) They separate the lobes of the breast. B) They support the breast tissue. C) They are composed of fibrous tissue. D) They extend from the muscular wall out to the nipple. E) They carry milk to the nipple.

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