The surface of the tongue is covered with ________ stratified squamous epithelium, and has bumps called ________, where many taste buds can be found.
A. nonkeratinized; lingual papillae
B. nonkeratinized; tonsils
C. nonkeratinized; vallate papillae
D. keratinized; lingual papillae
E. keratinized; lingual frenulum
Answer: A
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Which is not a reason the stomach is acidic?
A) Kills microorganisms. B) Emulsification of lipids. C) Denatures proteins. D) Helps break down plant cell walls and connective tissue in meat. E) Activates pepsin.
When blood pH begins to rise, the respiratory control centers in the brain are ________
A) accelerated B) depressed C) not effected D) shut off E) controlled by the kidneys
The pterygoid spines and optic canals are features of the _____ bone
A. ethmoid B. temporal C. sphenoid D. occipital E. frontal