Define hemophilia

What will be an ideal response?


An inherited bleeding disorder that results from defective or missing blood-clotting proteins that are necessary components in the coagulation process.

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fetal alcohol syndrome: Neonatal condition caused by excessive alcohol consumption by the _______ during pregnancy

Fill in the missing word in the definition for the key term.

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Which of the following channels in the active zones of the synaptic terminal open when the membrane depolarizes and causes the release of synaptic vesicles? Choose the correct option

A) Sodium channels C) Voltage-gated calcium channels B) Potassium channels D) Voltage-gated sodium channels

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The average weight of American adults between the ages of 20 and 74 has increased _________ or more since 1965, most of the weight gain coming since 1990.

A. 25 pounds B. 30 pounds C. 20 pounds D. 35 pounds E. 15 pounds

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The breastbone or ________ extends down the chest.

A. clavicle B. spine C. ulna D. sternum

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