An abnormal enlargement of the spleen that can develop from infections is called ____
a. lymphoma
b. splenomegaly
c. splenic anemia
d. Systemic lupus erythematosus
Answer. b. splenomegaly
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The semispinalis capitis:
A) is part of the erector spinae group of muscles. B) when acting unilaterally, rotates the head so that the face points to the ipsilateral side. C) when acting bilaterally, flexes the neck. D) is innervated by cervical and upper thoracic posterior rami. E) is superficial to the splenius capitis.
Which of the following two organs function as the most important physiological buffer systems?
A) the lungs and the kidneys B) the adrenal glands and the testes C) the thyroid gland and the heart D) the stomach and the liver
Which of the following descriptions best matches the term otoliths?
A) move up and down when the stapes moves back and forth B) transmit movement of the tympanic membrane to the inner ear C) bending these produces receptor potential in hair cells D) tiny weights necessary for the static sense of equilibrium E) seal the oval window
Arrange the following events so that they indicate a possible metabolic sequence the body might use to interconvert a protein to a fat
1 Glycerol and three fatty acids combine to form triglycerides. 2 Fatty acids are formed from acetyl CoA. 3 Protein is digested to release amino acids. 4 Amino acids are converted to acetyl CoA. A. 2, 3, 4, 1 B. 3, 4, 2, 1 C. 4, 2, 3, 1 D. 2, 4, 3, 1 E. 4, 3, 2, 1