Thicker epithelium would decrease the diffusion of gases and nutrients between the blood and tissues.

What will be an ideal response?


sinusoidal capillaries

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Hydrochloric acid keeps the stomach contents at a pH of

A) 6.5-8.0. B) 1.5-2.0. C) 4.5-6.0. D) 7.0. E) 3.5-5.0.

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Short reflexes of digestion involve the glossopharyngeal and vagus nerves.

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

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During activities requiring aerobic endurance

A) oxygen is not required B) oxygen debts are common C) most of the muscle's energy is produced in mitochondria D) glycogen and glycolysis are the primary sources of reserve energy E) fatigue occurs in a few minutes

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Neurons from the nucleus gracilis

A) relay information directly to the cerebrum. B) decussate before entering the medial lemniscus. C) relay sensory information to the ipsilateral cerebral hemisphere. D) carry both crude and fine touch. E) relay information directly to the cerebrum and carry both crude and fine touch.

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