What types of stimuli are detected by the skin's sensory receptors?

What will be an ideal response?


The book mentions pressure, vibration, and temperature. Chemoreception and nociception would also be acceptable.

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The tissue layer that underlies the skin and is essential to its function is the ________ layer, also called the hypodermis or superficial fascia.

What will be an ideal response?

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The cells responsible for establishing the rate of a cardiac contraction are the ________.

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

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Which of the following is required for erythropoiesis?

A. Vitamin K B. Vitamin B12 C. Folate D. Iron E. All of the choices are correct.

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A muscle that has three origins is called a

a) biceps. b) triceps. c) quadriceps. d) deltoid. e) trapezius.

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