Predict which of the following reflexes will have the most rapid response time
A) applying the brakes when a person darts in front of your car
B) the stretch reflex
C) catching a ruler between your thumb and index finger
D) the crossed extensor reflex
Answer: B
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A) gracilis B) rectus femoris C) iliotibial tract D) adductor longus E) sartorius
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A) Every human being has the same pattern of ridges. B) They are genetically determined, therefore unique to each person. C) Because we are constantly shedding epithelial cells, these ridges are changing daily. D) Identical twins do not have the same pattern of ridges.
What circulatory system loops between the heart and lungs?
a. pulmonary b. systemic c. arterial d. venous
The volume of alveolar air and capillary blood in the right proportion to each alveolus produces __________.
a. optimum breathing b. pulmonary surfactant c. lung efficiency d. pulmonary circulation