The pH of the contents of the stomach lumen is considerably higher than that of interstitial fluid.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


False

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Which of the following is a part of stomach?

a. Fundus b. Body c. Pyloric gland area d. Antrum e. Esophagus

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Imagine that erythrocytes were no longer able to utilize the enzyme carbonic anhydrase. Given its action, a decrease in the pH of arterial blood would be expected.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which stimulates the secretion of growth hormone?

A. Waking from sleep B. Increased levels of IGF-I in blood C. High plasma glucose D. Increased somatostatin secretion E. Exercise

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Which antibiotic may cause bone marrow suppression if taken systemically or handled improperly?

a. penicillin b. chloramphenicol c. enrofloxacin d. tetracycline

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