Which kind of vessel is also called a resistance vessel?

A) artery
B) arteriole
C) capillary
D) venule
E) vein


B

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A. pathology B. hyperthyroidism C. stress D. hirsuitism E. disease

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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder in which a female produces abnormally high levels of androgens (particularly testosterone), which have various adverse effects on the female body. Which of the following describes a symptom that would be caused by high blood androgens level in a female?

A. Excessive breast development (gynecomastia) B. Rapid, excessive ovulation C. Thickened endometrium D. Abnormal growth of hair on the face and back

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Cancer cells in the epidermis are attacked by

A.  Merkel cells. B.  epidermal dendritic cells. C.  melanocytes. D.  keratinocytes.

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What type of cartilage is located between the bones in a symphysis?

A. Reticular cartilage B. Fibrocartilage C. Elastic cartilage D. Hyaline cartilage E. Sutural cartilage

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