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Title: Amino acids can be used to synthesize proteins for cellular structures and for energy, and to ...
Post by: MalorieB on Feb 22, 2018
Amino acids can be used to synthesize proteins for cellular structures and for energy, and
  to synthesize proteins that function in various body processes.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



(Question 2) The term exome refers to
 
  A) the parts of the genome that lie exteriorly along the chromosomes.
  B) the set of RNAs made in a particular cell type under specific conditions.
  C) the protein-encoding parts of the genome.
  D) the parts of the genome that determine sex.



(Question 3) The hormone oxytocin aids the birth process by stimulating
 
  A) an increase in estrogen secretion.
  B) an increase in progesterone secretion.
  C) fetal muscular movements.
  D) uterine wall contractions.



(Question 4) Acidosis is a pH of arterial blood
 
  A) above 4.5 B) above 7.35 C) below 4.5 D) below 7.35



(Question 5) The layers of a ureter are
 
  A) inner fibrous coat, middle muscular coat, outer mucous coat.
  B) inner muscular coat, middle fibrous coat, outer inner mucous coat.
  C) inner vascular coat, middle neural coat, outer mucous coat.
  D) outer fibrous coat, middle muscular coat, inner mucous coat.



(Question 6) Which of the following correctly describes an erection?
 
  A) The spongy tissue in the penis fills with air.
  B) Parasympathetic neurons release nitric oxide causing dilation of small arteries in the
  penis.
  C) Smooth muscles of vascular spaces in the penis contract.
  D) Parasympathetic impulses constrict arteries leading to the penis.



(Question 7) Essential amino acids are those required by the body to build proteins, whereas
  nonessential amino acids are not required by the body to build proteins.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



(Question 8) Symptoms of respiratory alkalosis include
 
  A) all of the above. B) tingling sensations.
  C) agitation. D) light headedness.



(Question 9) Extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy is used to treat
 
  A) gout. B) kidney failure.
  C) kidney stones. D) a urinary tract infection.



(Question 10) Cancer that originates in the lungs is most likely to begin in
 
  A) epithelial cells. B) hyaline cartilage cells.
  C) smooth muscle cells. D) dense connective tissue cells.


Title: Amino acids can be used to synthesize proteins for cellular structures and for energy, and to ...
Post by: Marin on Feb 22, 2018
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