The carotid and aortic bodies contain specialized ________ cells, which can increase ventilation in response to changes in PO2, PCO2, or pH.

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


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A) internal respiration B) inspiration C) external respiration D) expiration E) cellular respiration

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The pituitary portal circulation refers to the blood vessels linking the anterior pituitary with the target glands of anterior pituitary hormones.

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

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