Venules are similar to capillaries: they have ________ epithelium and little ________. They are distinguished from capillaries by ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


a thin exchange, connective tissue (Fig. 15.2); their convergent pattern of flow

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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A. athlete's foot B. shingles C. the common cold D. malaria

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Which of the following is correct pertaining to the longitudinal ligaments of the vertebral column?

A) Both tend to limit hyperflexion. B) Both tend to limit hyperextension. C) The anterior limits hyperextension whereas the posterior limits hyperflexion. D) The anterior limits hyperflexion whereas the posterior limits hyperextension. E) Both limit lateral flexion. Ans: C

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