Name the five types of white blood cells. Which type develops into macrophages? Which white blood cells are collectively known as phagocytes and why?
What will be an ideal response?
1. lymphocytes
2. monocytes
3. neutrophils
4. eosinophils
5. basophils; monocytes develop into macrophages; neutrophils, monocytes, and macrophages are collectively known as phagocytes because they engulf and ingest foreign particles such as bacteria.
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When bicarbonate levels fall due to an accumulation of fixed acids in the body, the result is
A. metabolic acidosis. B. metabolic alkalosis. C. insufficient respiration. D. respiratory acidosis. E. respiratory alkalosis.
The radial tuberosity is the site of insertion for a muscle that flexes and ________ the forearm.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The red cell count is normally about ____ million cells per cubic millimeter
a. 2 b. 5 c. 10 d. 15 e. 20
A ____ epithelium has several layers of epithelial cells thick
a. simple b. stratified c. pseudostratified d. columnar