What is another term for the adenohypophysis?

a. anterior pituitary
b. posterior pituitary
c. hypophysis
d. neurohypophysis
e. hypothalamus


a

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Cone cells belong to what category of sensory receptors?

A. mechanoreceptors B. chemoreceptors C. nociceptors D. photoreceptors E. proprioceptors

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Which of the following combining forms refers to the urinary bladder?

A. cyt/o B. ur/o C. ren/o D. cyst/o

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Which of the following thoracic organs is supplied by a parietal branch of the thoracic aorta?

A. Esophagus B. Thymus gland C. Heart D. Lungs E. Intercostal muscles

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Thomas is a diabetic. While at work, he began to tremble, was somewhat disoriented, and showed signs similar to that of a drunk. One of his colleagues gave him some hard candy, which seemed to help him return to normal functions. Why? Was this a proper action, considering that Thomas is diabetic?

What will be an ideal response?

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