A series of vessels that connect two capillary beds is a(n) _______.
A. anastomosis
B. collateral circuit
C. portal system
D. pulmonary circuit
Answer: C. portal system
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1. There are three bones in the pollex. 2. The pubic symphysis can be palpated as a hard prominence above the genitalia. 3. Medial and lateral condyles of the femur are involved in the hip joint. 4. The ischium is posterior to the pubis and inferior to the ilium.
Stimulation of the apneustic center would result in
A) increased respiratory rate. B) more intense inhalation. C) a shorter respiratory cycle. D) less activity in the DRG center. E) decreased vital capacity.
Aldosterone
a. enhances the ability of the kidneys to eliminate excess K+. b. directly promotes H2O conservation by the kidneys. c. secretion is encourages by angiotensin II. d. is nonsteroidal. e. is produced ion the adrenal medulla.
Listening to natural sounds made by the body is called __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).