t was often rumored that one of our deceased presidents was suffering from Addison's disease (inadequate synthesis of mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids). What symptoms may have led to the diagnosis of this condition?
What will be an ideal response?
Hypoglycemia, a bronzing of the skin, low body weight, low plasma glucose and sodium levels, high potassium levels, hypotension, and some dehydration would all have been observed in the patient.
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When a muscle has been repeatedly contracting at a moderate intensity for an extended period of time (more than a few minutes), what is the primary source of ATP?
A. Breakdown of myosin B. Oxidative phosphorylation C. Transfer of energy and phosphate from creatine phosphate to ADP D. Uptake of ATP from the blood plasma E. Glycolysis
The skeletal muscle shortens during concentric, isotonic contraction
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which hormone is not secreted by the stomach or small intestines?
A. Ghrelin B. Cholecystokinin (CCK) C. Gastrin D. Somatostatin E. Peptide YY
The fibers that carry the action potentials that cause skeletal muscle to contract are ________.
A. anulospiral endings B. extrafusal fibers C. alpha motor neurons D. intrafusal fibers E. gamma motor neurons