Which of the following is a dense fibrous layer that anchors the kidney to surrounding structures?

What will be an ideal response?


fibrous capsule
parietal peritoneum
renal fascia
perinephric fat capsule
renal fascia

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As you are cooking, you accidentally touch the burner of the stove. You jerk your hand away by contracting muscles in your arm to pull your forearm  toward the arm. This movement is flexion.

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

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Which of the following is a function of the urinary system?

A. Maintenance of acid-base balance B. Secretion of hormones C. Excretion of metabolic wastes D. All apply.

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Which muscle fixes the clavicle or elevates the first rib?

A. levator scapulae B. serratus anterior C. pectoralis minor D. subclavius E. rhomboideus major

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What explains the dramatic acceleration in lengthwise bone growth at puberty?

A.   Increased activity of osteoclasts occurs in response to parathyroid hormone stimulation. B.   Increased rate of calcium deposition occurs due to high blood calcium levels. C.   Increased physical activity causes lengthwise growth in response to bone stress. D.   Increased secretion of sex hormones promotes epiphyseal plate growth. E.   Increased absorption of dietary vitamins and minerals strengthens the matrix.

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