Why does our blood pressure generally go up as we age?
A. Our veins get 'hard' and absorb less systolic force
B. Our veins get 'hard' and absorb less diastolic force
C. Our arteries get 'hard' and absorb less systolic force
D. Our arteries get 'hard' and absorb less diastolic force
C. Our arteries get 'hard' and absorb less systolic force
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A. 2-5 B. 4-6 C. 5-7 D. 5-9
Which of the following is responsible for holding the lungs to the thorax wall are ________
A) the visceral pleurae and the changing volume of the lungs B) the smooth muscles of the lung C) the diaphragm and the intercostal muscles alone D) surface tension from pleural fluid and negative pressure in the pleural cavity
The intrapleural cavity is located inside the lungs
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What structure collects both salts and water in equal amounts and moves them back to blood circulation?
A. Efferent arteriole B. Vasa recta C. Loop of Henle D. Afferent arteriole E. Collecting duct