Changes in blood pressure are detected by ________ in certain arteries.

A. mechanoreceptors
B. chemoreceptors
C. nociceptors
D. proprioceptors
E. thermoreceptors


Answer: A

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

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The factors that make protein catabolism an IMPRACTICAL source of quick energy include which of the following?

a. proteins are important structural and functional cellular components b. one of the by-products, ammonia, is a toxin that can damage cells c. proteins are more difficult to break apart d. all of the listed responses are correct

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The bicuspid, or mitral, valve is located

A) in the opening of the aorta. B) in the opening of the pulmonary trunk. C) where the venae cavae join the right atrium. D) between the right atrium and right ventricle. E) between the left atrium and left ventricle.

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