Which of the following is not true of the thymus gland?
A) It produces thymosin.
B) It is located in the neck.
C) It is important in the body's immune system.
D) It is an endocrine gland.
B
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The intrinsic pathway of coagulation is activated by the
A) release of tissue factor by a damaged endothelium. B) conversion of prothrombin to thrombin. C) activation of proenzyme exposed to collagen. D) sticking of platelets to damaged tissue. E) release of heparin from the liver.
Which one of the following is not a characteristic of the endocrine system?
A) It releases chemicals that affect other organs or tissues. B) It produces a more rapid response than the nervous system. C) It produces effects that last for days or longer. D) It produces an effect that involves several organs or tissues at the same time. E) It is important in regulating organs and tissues.
Describe an intramural ganglion
A) An intramural ganglion is a group of neurons located near the brainstem. B) An intramural ganglion is a group of neurons located near the spinal cord. C) An intramural ganglion is a group of neurons located near the target organ. D) An intramural ganglion is a group of neurons embedded in the tissues of the target organ. E) An intramural ganglion is a group of neurons that release neurotransmitters that function as hormones into the general circulation.
Which of the following is not an area of the stomach?
A. Pyloric curvature B. Fundus C. Greater curvature D. Lesser curvature