At what region of the neuron are action potentials first produced?

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Initial segment of an axon

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Explain how amino acid catabolism leads to the production of ammonia and urea

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Which of the following combining forms means ventricle?

A. vascul/o B. ventricul/o C. vas/o D. ven/o

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All of the following combining forms refer to a part of the brain except which one?

A. cerebr/o B. cerebell/o C. medull/o D. encephal/o

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The act of closing the fingers to make a fist is an example of what type of joint movement (at the interphalangeal joints)?

A. Flexion B. Abduction C. Extension D. Rotation

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