Transcytosis combines diffusion and active transport.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Question 2) Secretions that affect only nearby cells are termed
A) autocrine. B) endocrine. C) paracrine. D) exocrine.
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Question 3) The expected response to the triceps-jerk reflex is
A) plantar flexion. B) plantar extension.
C) extension of the forearm. D) flexion of the forearm.
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Question 4) An excitatory postsynaptic potential lasts for about
A) 15 milliseconds. B) 15 minutes.
C) 15 seconds. D) 15 microseconds.
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Question 5) The functional connection between a neuron and a skeletal muscle fiber is a
A) synapse. B) neuroma. C) fascia. D) dendrite.
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Question 6) A meniscus cushions articulating surfaces of bones.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Question 7) Curvatures of the spine produce all of the following except
A) scoliosis. B) increased height.
C) kyphosis. D) lordosis.
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Question 8) Filtration requires hydrostatic pressure.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Question 9) Melanocytes can transfer granules of melanin into nearby epithelial cells.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Question 10) A hormone is a ______ and the target cell is __________.
A) regulatory molecule that controls secretions of other cells; a cell that synthesizes
hormones
B) molecule that has a metabolic effect on another cell; a cell that has receptors for
specific hormones
C) protein that stimulates other cells; the source of hormone secretions
D) molecule; a cell that does not have receptors
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