Which type of hormone diffuses across the plasma membrane and binds to receptors in the cytoplasm?
A) catecholamines
B) peptide hormones
C) most eicosanoids
D) thyroid hormones
E) steroid hormones
Answer: E
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The inferior bony nasal septum is formed by the ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Movement around a longitudinal axis is:
a. supination b. rotation c. dorsiflexion d. pronation
Select the correct statement about electrolyte absorption.
A) Chlorine ion absorption is coupled to glucose and amino acid transport. B) Potassium moves across the epithelium by active transport. C) If vitamin B is not present, calcium is not absorbed. D) Iron and calcium are absorbed mostly by the duodenum.
Which of the following statements regarding PTH (parathyroid hormone) is true?
A. PTH causes increased loss of Ca2+ from the kidneys. B. PTH causes decreased vitamin D formation in the kidneys. C. PTH causes increased Na+ reabsorption in the kidneys. D. PTH causes increased reabsorption of Ca2+ in the kidneys. E. PTH causes decreased uptake of Ca2+ from the small intestine.