What is the last process to occur in the epiphyseal plate of a long bone?

A) proliferation B) calcification C) ossification D) maturation


Answer: C

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Cary deliberately hyperventilates for several minutes before diving into a swimming pool. Shortly after he enters the water and begins swimming, he blacks out and almost drowns. What caused this to happen?

What will be an ideal response?

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

1. Saliva begins the process of fat digestion. 2. The pharynx is part of both the respiratory and digestive systems. 3. The esophagus connects the pharynx and the stomach. 4. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can cause irritation to the pylorus of the stomach. 5. An overly full stomach can interfere with the complete relaxation of the diaphragm and therefore may restrict the ability to take deep breaths.

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In order to remove a tumor in the muscular tunic of the stomach, a surgeon must cut through the ________.

A. mucosa B. serosa C. submucosa D. lamina propria

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Which of the following structures from the vertebrate inner ear is NOT part of the vestibular apparatus?

A) Ampulla B) Utricule C) Saccule D) Cochlea

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