Descending instructions along the ________ of the spinal cord adjust peripheral muscle tone to complement the reflexive movements of the head or neck.

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


tectospinal tracts

Anatomy & Physiology

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The universal energy currency in cells is

a. ATP. b. glucose. c. glycogen. d. insulin. e. myosin.

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A displaced abomasum occurs when the rumen fills with excessive liquid

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Anatomy & Physiology

The type of cartilage found in the intervertebral discs is ________ cartilage

A) ligamentous B) hyaline C) elastic D) fibrous E) osseous

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The intervertebral discs are composed of the tissue ________.

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

Anatomy & Physiology