________ is a growth factor that stimulates both the production of megakaryocytes in the bone marrow and the subsequent formation of platelets.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Thrombopoietin

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The second neuron in an autonomic pathway is called a _________ neuron

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Bill accidentally fractures his first distal phalanx with a hammer. Which finger is broken?

A) the tip of his pinky B) the tip of his ring finger C) the tip of his index finger D) the tip of his middle finger E) the tip of his thumb

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