The afferent pathways for pain differ from those for other somatic sensations in that they are highly influenced by repeated exposure and they are significantly modulated by descending neuronal pathways

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


TRUE

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Light rays travel faster through water or glass than through air

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory system?

A. net uptake of carbon dioxide from the air and removal of oxygen from the blood B. regulation of blood H+ concentration C. trapping of blood clots D. phonation E. defense against microbes

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Which can serve as substrates for ATP production?

A) glucose and fatty acids only B) glucose only C) fatty acids only D) amino acids only E) glucose, amino acids and fatty acids

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The correct sequence of layers of a typical blood vessel, from superficial to deep, are ________

A) tunica media, tunica intima, tunica externa B) tunica media, tunica externa, tunica intima C) tunica externa, tunica media, tunica intima D) tunica externa, tunica intima, tunica media E) tunica intima, tunica media, tunica externa

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