When swallowing, the epiglottis covers the larynx
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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Explain the relationship between anatomy and physiology
What will be an ideal response?
The length constant for passive conduction of a depolarization increases with increasing diameter in an unmyelinated axon. This is primarily due to:
A. increasing membrane capacitance B. decreasing membrane capacitance C. increasing membrane resistance D. decreasing membrane resistance E. decreasing axoplasmic resistance
Which of the following statements regarding the control of parturition is FALSE?
A. Coordinated uterine contractions cause the cervix to dilate. B. Oxytocin secretion is stimulated by cervical dilation. C. Stretching of the myometrium is one signal that begins uterine contractions. D. Oxytocin decreases the expression of myometrial estrogen receptors. E. Prostaglandins stimulate myometrial contractions.
What does structure "E" represent on the bone diagram?
A. Spongy bone B. Epiphyseal lines C. Articular cartilage D. Diaphysis E. Epiphysis