What is the name for the bony termination of the vertebral column in birds where tail feathers attach?

A) furcula
B) ventriculus
C) columella
D) pygostyle


D

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Which type of allergic reaction is the most common type?

a) Type I (anaphylactic) reaction b) Type II (cytotoxic ) reaction c) Type III (immune-complex) reactions d) Type IV (cell-mediated) reactions e) All of these types are common allergic reactions.

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The duration of the action potential is ________ in contractile myocardium, ________ in autorhythmic contractile, and ________ in skeletal muscle.

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

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In the male, the process in which sperm cells, secretions of the prostate, and secretions of the seminal vesicles accumulate in the prostatic urethra is called:

A) erection. B) emission. C) ejaculation. D) orgasm.

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When the angle between articulating bones increases beyond the anatomic position, the movement is referred to as

A. hyperflexion. B. hypertrophy. C. supination. D. hyperextension. E. dislocation.

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