Which type of receptor responds to physical deformation of its cell membrane?
A. Mechanoreceptors
B. Photoreceptors
C. Thermoreceptors
D. Chemoreceptors
Answer: A
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Match the stage of interphase with the event(s) that occur(s): G1
A)The cell permanently stops dividing. B)DNA replicates. C)The cell is metabolically active, synthesizing proteins, and growing rapidly. D)Cell division enzymes are synthesized, and the centrioles complete replication.
What hormone is made by the parafollicular cells of the thyroid gland?
A) thyroxine (T4 ) B) calcitonin C) triiodothyronine (T3 ) D) parathyroid hormone (PTH)
Which of the following is not associated with osteoarthritis?
A. Pain B. Degeneration of articular cartilage C. Presence of autoantibodies D. Restriction of movement E. Abnormal bone growth inside the joint cavity