Contraction of the circular smooth muscle in the gastrointestinal tract wall decreases the diameter of the lumen, while contraction of the longitudinal smooth muscle shortens the tract

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


TRUE

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Discuss the importance of body fluids and which one is considered to be the body's internal environment

What will be an ideal response?

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Pulmonary surfactant reduces the work of breathing and increases lung stability by increasing alveolar surface tension

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The inferior region of the brain stem, the __________ houses many vital autonomic centers involved in the control of heart rate, respiratory rhythm, and blood pressure.

A. medulla oblongata B. cerebellum

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Which type of burn involves damage to the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue?

A. First-degree B. Full-thickness C. Total-dermal-thickness D. Second-degree E. Partial-thickness

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