What type of receptors are involved in monitoring body position?

A. Baroreceptors
B. Mechanoreceptors
C. Chemoreceptors
D. Proprioceptors


Answer: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following vessels supplies 80% of the cerebrum with oxygenated blood?

A. Superficial temporal artery B. Occipital artery C. Middle cerebral artery D. Anterior cerebral artery E. Internal carotid artery

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The term "retroperitoneal" may be used to describe the location of certain abdominal organs. This means that such organs are located

A. deep to the visceral peritoneum. B. between the visceral and parietal layers of the peritoneum. C. between folds of the parietal peritoneum. D. in the peritoneal cavity. E. posterior to the parietal peritoneum.

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