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1Infants have __________ deciduous teeth, whereas adults have __________ permanent teeth
- A28; 20
- B32; 32
- C16; 20
- D20; 32
2Which describes tooth enamel?
- AA hard yellowish tissue
- BThe outer layer of the root
- CA cell-free protective layer over the crown
- DA layer lining the root canal
3Another name for the oral cavity is the ______ cavity.
- Apharyngeal
- Bmental
- C⦁ frontal
- D⦁ buccal
4⦁ The pharynx connects the oral cavity to the ______ and the nasal cavity to the ______.
- A⦁ esophagus, trachea
- B⦁ esophagus, larynx
- C⦁ larynx, trachea
- D⦁ larynx, esophagus
5⦁ What part (a cavity) of the digestive system functions in ingestion, speech, and respiration?
- A⦁ Small intestine
- B⦁ Pancreas
- C⦁ Stomach
- D⦁ Oral cavity
6⦁ The digestive system processes food, extracts nutrients, and eliminates the residue.
- ATrue
- BFalse
7⦁ All chemical digestion is essentially just hydrolysis reactions.
- ATrue
- BFalse
8⦁ What is absorption?
- A⦁ The mechanical or chemical breakdown of food into a usable form
- B⦁ The consolidation of indigestible residue into feces
- C⦁ The uptake of nutrient molecules from the digestive tract into the blood or lymph
- D⦁ The selective intake of food
9⦁ What is the median fold anchoring the underside of the tongue to the mouth floor called?
- A⦁ Lingual frenulum
- B⦁ Terminal sulcus
- C⦁ Inferior labial frenulum
- D⦁ Superior labial frenulum
10⦁ The serous membranes that suspend the stomach and intestines from the abdominal wall are called __________.
- A⦁ mesenteries
- B⦁ muscularis externa
- C⦁ submucosae
- D⦁ mucosae
11⦁ What is the posterior third of the tongue known as?
- A⦁ Fundus
- B⦁ Medulla
- C⦁ Body
- D⦁ Root
12⦁ Enamel covers the surface of the crown and the root of each tooth.
- ATrue
- BFalse
13⦁ What is the network of nervous tissue within the wall of the alimentary canal called?
- A⦁ Gastric nervous system
- B⦁ Mucosal nervous system
- C⦁ Intestinal nervous system
- D⦁ Enteric nervous system
14⦁ The enteric nervous system regulates much of the digestive activity, but its action depends on the central nervous system.
- ATrue
- BFalse
15⦁ The physiological process that moves a nutrient from the outside of the body to the inside is called __________.
- A⦁ absorption
- B⦁ compaction
- C⦁ secretion
- D⦁ ingestion
16⦁ The __________ regulates digestive tract motility, secretion, and blood flow. Its neurons are found in the __________.
- A⦁ central nervous system; muscularis externa and muscularis mucosae
- B⦁ enteric nervous system; submucosa and muscularis externa
- C⦁ visceral sensory division; muscularis externa and submucosa
- D⦁ visceral motor division; mucosa and submucosa
17⦁ The small intestine is suspended from the abdominal wall by the ___________.
- A⦁ greater omentum
- B⦁ esophageal hiatus
- C⦁ lesser omentum
- D⦁ mesentery
18⦁ Which salivary gland is located just beneath the skin anterior to the earlobe?
- A⦁ Sublingual
- B⦁ Submandibular
- C⦁ Parotid
- D⦁ Buccal
19⦁ Enamel is found in the crown of a tooth, whereas dentin is part of both the crown and the root.
- ATrue
- BFalse
20⦁ What is the conical projection that extends from posterior margin of the soft palate called?
- A⦁ Uvula
- B⦁ Papilla
- C⦁ Frenulum
- D⦁ Epiglottis
21The large intestine absorbs water, fats, and salts.
- ATrue
- BFalse
22Contact digestion takes place in/at the __________.
- Aintestinal crypts
- Bsurface of the gastric mucosa
- Cbrush border of the small intestine
- Dcytoplasm in the cells of the small intestine
23cytoplasm in the cells of the small intestine
- Athey act only in the stomach lumen and do not digest intracellular proteins
- Bthey start digesting intracellular proteins of the gastric cells more quickly
- Cthey can start digesting dietary proteins more quickly
- Dgastric cells do not have the necessary enzymes for their synthesis
24Necessary for Vitamin B12 absorption, __________ is/are secreted by __________ cells.
- Alecithin; hepatic
- Bintrinsic factor; parietal
- Cbile salts; chief
- Dhydrochloric acid; parietal
25Bacteria constitute about __________% of the dry weight of the feces.
- A30
- B2
- C55
- D14
26Amino acids and monosaccharides are absorbed in the __________, and fatty acids are absorbed in the __________.
- Asmall intestine; liver
- Bsmall intestine; small intestine
- Cstomach; small intestine
- Dstomach; large intestine
27Bile from the liver and digestive juices from the pancreas enter which section of the small intestine?
- ACecum
- BDuodenum
- CIlium
- DSigmoid colon
28Which of the following is not a process carried out by bacterial flora?
- ADigestion of cellulose
- BSynthesis of vitamin K
- CProduction of some of the gases found in flatus
- DFormation of part of the feces
- EDigestion of most of the proteins we get in the diet
29Which of the following is not a function of gastric hydrochloric acid (HCl)?
- AEmulsify lipids
- BActivate lingual lipase
- CConvert Fe3+ to Fe2+
- DDestroy ingested pathogens
30Lipids are transported to the surface of the intestinal absorptive cells by __________.
- Achylomicrons
- Bfat droplets
- Czymogens
- Dmicelles
31Absorption of many nutrients starts in the stomach.
- ATrue
- BFalse
32Defecation is stimulated by __________.
- Abacterial flora in the feces
- Blipid content in the feces
- Cthe chemical composition of the feces
- Dstretching of the rectum
33The __________ phase is associated with food stretching the stomach and activating myenteric and vagovagal reflexes, which in turn stimulate gastric secretions.
- Acephalic
- Bgastrointestinal
- Cmesenteric
- Dintestinal
- Egastric
34During digestion, what is the major site of nutrient absorption?
- AColon
- BSmall intestine
- CStomach
- DPancreas
35Both pancreatic juice and bile are secreted into the duodenum.
- ATrue
- BFalse
36Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is secreted by __________ cells.
- Aregenerative (stem)
- Bmucous
- Cchief
- Dparietal
37What are the three phases of gastric secretion?
- ACephalic, gastric, and intestinal
- BPyloric, gastric, and duodenal
- CCephalic, gastrointestinal, and eliminatory
- DCephalic, gastric, and duodenal
38Most fat is digested by pancreatic lipase.
- ATrue
- BFalse
39The three most abundant classes of nutrients are __________.
- Afats, proteins, and carbohydrates
- Btriglycerides, starches, and proteins
- Cproteins, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates
- Dproteins, fats, and minerals
40Without a properly functioning large intestine a person will have chronic diarrhea.
- ATrue
- BFalse
41Which renal structure is responsible for producing hypertonic urine by reabsorbing water while allowing metabolic wastes and NaCl to pass through?
- AGlomerulus
- BCollecting duct
- CProximal convoluted tubule
- DDistal convoluted tubule
42Glomerular filtration occurs because glomerular oncotic pressure overrides glomerular blood pressure.
- ATrue
- BFalse
43Blood vessels, nerves, and the renal pelvis enter/exit the kidney at the __________.
- Acorticomedullary junction
- Bpyramid
- Csinus
- Dureter
- Ehilum
44The urine is most likely to be hypotonic when the __________.
- Aoutput of antidiuretic hormone is high
- Bbody's water volume is high
- Cbody's pH is low
- Doutput of natriuretic peptides is high
45To meet the definition of polyuria, the minimum daily output of urine is __________.
- A1.0 L
- B0.5 L
- C1.5 L
- D3.0 L
- E2.0 L
46What is azotemia?
- AAn increased level of blood urea nitrogen
- BAn increased level of blood sodium
- CAn increased level of blood bicarbonate
- DAn increased level of blood acid
47The medial concavity of the kidney is called the __________, which admits the renal nerves, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and ureter.
- Acapsule
- Bmedulla
- Ccortex
- Dcorpuscle
- Ehilum
48The kidneys produce which hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells?
- AProlactin
- BAldosterone
- CErythropoietin
- DRenin
49In the nephron, the fluid that immediately precedes urine is known as __________.
- Atubular fluid
- Bglomerular filtrate
- Cplasma
- Drenal filtrate
50A patient enters a hospital after a motorcycle accident. He complains of mid-back pain. X-rays reveal both rib and pelvic fractures. His emergency room examination includes urinalysis. Which of the following findings from the urinalysis would most likely suggest trauma to the kidneys from the accident, but not to the urinary bladder?
- APhenylketonuria
- BUremia
- CPyuria
- DHematuria
- EAlbuminuria
51Total saturation of protein transporters for a given solute in the renal tubules would result in __________.
- Areabsorption of all the solute
- Ba renal clearance of zero
- Cabsence of that solute from the urine
- Da net filtration pressure of 1.0
- Eappearance of that solute in the urine
52A by-product of protein catabolism, __________ constitutes approximately one-half of all nitrogenous waste.
- Aurea
- Buric acid
- Ccreatinine
- Dazotemia
53A renal pyramid voids urine into the __________.
- Arenal papilla
- Bureter
- Cminor calyx
- Drenal medulla
54In life-threatening starvation, the kidneys synthesize glucose by __________.
- Acontributing to calcium homeostasis
- Bproducing uric acid
- Cdeaminating amino acids
- Dsecreting renin
55Albuminuria is a common sign of diabetes mellitus.
- ATrue
- BFalse
56The most toxic of our metabolic wastes are nitrogenous wastes.
- ATrue
- BFalse
57Which organ system does not excrete waste?
- AThe respiratory system
- BThe digestive system
- CThe integumentary system
- DThe urinary system
- EThe cardiovascular system
58Prior to chemical tests for glycosuria, clinicians checked for sweetness of the urine as a sign of __________.
- Arenal calculus
- Bacute glomerulonephritis
- Cpyelitis
- Ddiabetes mellitus
59Which of the following does not contribute to water conservation?
- AThe collecting duct
- B⦁ The countercurrent multiplier
- C⦁ Diuretics
- D⦁ The countercurrent exchange system
60⦁ The countercurrent exchange system
- A⦁ They indirectly increase oxyhemoglobin.
- B⦁ They release a majority of wastes into the bloodstream.
- C⦁ They help control blood pressure.
- D⦁ They fight osteoporosis by synthesizing vitamin D.
61Parathyroid hormone promotes which of the following?
- ADecreased production of calcitriol (vitamin D) in the kidney
- BThe resorption of calcium from bone
- CIncreased osteoblast activity
- DIncreased calcium levels in the urine
62Growth hormone (GH) hypersecretion causes gigantism when it begins in childhood, but it is more likely to cause __________ when it begins in adulthood.
- ACushing syndrome
- Bgoiter
- Cacromegaly
- DGraves disease
63Worrying about your upcoming exam in history class is a valid form of stress.
- ATrue
- BFalse
64Many hours after a meal, alpha (α) cells in the pancreatic islets secrete _________, which _________ blood glucose.
- Aglucagon; lowers
- Binsulin; raises
- Cinsulin; lowers
- Dglucocorticoids; raises
- Eglucagon; raises
65The __________ secretes several hormones that stimulate the development of lymphatic organs and regulates development and activity of T cells (white blood cells).
- Athyroid
- Bthymus
- Cadrenal gland
- Dspleen
66The initial response to stress is called the _________ and is mediated mainly by __________.
- Aalarm reaction; cortisol
- Bresistance stage; aldosterone and cortisol
- Cexhaustion stage; norepinephrine and epinephrine
- Dresistance stage; cortisol
- Ealarm reaction; norepinephrine and epinephrine
67Which of the following organs has both endocrine and exocrine functions?
- AThe adrenal gland
- BThe ovary
- CThe salivary glands
- DThe thymus
68Which of the following is not an endocrine organ?
- ATestis
- BSpleen
- CNeurohypophysis
- DPineal gland
69Which of the following is the correct abbreviation for the hormone that stimulates the anterior pituitary to secrete ACTH?
- AGHIH
- BGHRH
- CTRH
- DCRH
70Hormones are normally secreted via ducts into the bloodstream.
- ATrue
- BFalse
71Which of the following is not a characteristic of diabetes mellitus?
- AGlycosuria
- BHypoglycemia
- CPolydipsia
- DPolyuria
72Glucagon increases blood glucose concentration and insulin decreases it. This is an example of __________.
- Athe antagonistic effect
- Bthe cascade effect
- Cthe synergistic effect
- Dthe permissive effect
73The _________ secretes growth hormone, which is also known as somatotropin.
- Athyroid
- B⦁ anterior pituitary
- C⦁ posterior pituitary
- D⦁ thymus
74⦁ Target organs most often regulate the pituitary gland via _________.
- A⦁ down-regulation
- B⦁ up-regulation
- C⦁ positive feedback inhibition
- D⦁ antagonistic regulation
- E⦁ negative feedback inhibition
75⦁ Negative feedback inhibition occurs when __________.
- Athyroid hormone (TH) targets the anterior pituitary
- B⦁ thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) targets the thyroid gland
- C⦁ thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) causes the anterior pituitary to release thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
- D⦁ thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) targets the thyroid gland
76⦁ Which of the following is true regarding endocrine glands?
- A⦁ They have an unusually low density of blood capillaries.
- B⦁ They release their secretions into the blood.
- C⦁ Their secretions may be released onto the body surface.
- D⦁ They secrete their products by way of ducts.
77⦁ Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) targets the __________.
- A⦁ adrenal gland
- B⦁ hypothalamus
- C⦁ anterior pituitary
- D⦁ pancreas
- E⦁ kidneys
78⦁ The hormone called _________ plays an important role in synchronizing physiological function with the cycle of daylight and darkness.
- A⦁ melatonin
- B⦁ calcitonin
- C⦁ hepcidin
- D⦁ melanin
79⦁ Which of the following is not a hypothalamic hormone?
- A⦁ Prolactin-inhibiting hormone (PIH)
- B⦁ Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)
- C⦁ Luteinizing hormone (LH)
- D⦁ Somatostatin
80⦁ What makes a cell responsive to a particular hormone?
- A⦁ The chemical properties of the hormone
- B⦁ The presence of a receptor for that particular hormone
- C⦁ The location of the target cells in the body
- D⦁ The location of the gland that secretes the hormone
81The acrosome contains enzymes used to __________.
- Apenetrate barriers surrounding the ovum
- Bdissolve the stickiness of the semen
- Cdissolve the mucosa of the vagina
- Dpenetrate the vagina
82At early puberty, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) stimulate enlargement of the testes.
- ATrue
- BFalse
83The penis is homologous to the __________.
- Aurethra
- Bvagina
- Clabia minora
- Dmons pubis
- Eclitoris
84Which of the following are primary sex organs?
- AUterine tubes
- BOva
- COvaries
- DScent glands
85Which of the following is not a change in the male body that results from puberty?
- AGrowth of the scrotum and penis
- BAcne
- CGain in muscle mass
- DDeepening of the voice
- EThese are all changes associated with male puberty.
86The presence of the Y chromosome guarantees the development of male secondary sex organs.
- ATrue
- BFalse
87Heart rate, blood pressure, and respiratory rate peak during the __________.
- Aresolution phase
- Bexcitement phase
- Cclimax (orgasm)
- Dplateau phase
88Which part of the penis has the external urethral orifice?
- ACrus
- BBulb
- CCorpus cavernosum
- DGlans
89Which of the following is true regarding the blood-testis barrier?
- AIt prevents heat loss from the testes.
- BIt prevents blood from getting to the testes.
- CIt maintains testis temperature at 37°C.
- DIt prevents antibodies in the blood from getting to the germ cells.
90Which of the following is an androgen?
- ALuteinizing hormone (LH)
- BProgesterone
- CEstrogen
- DFollicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- ETestosterone
91The deep region of the penis, surrounding the urethra, that engorges with blood during an erection is known as the ___________.
- Aepididymis
- Bcorpus cavernosum
- Cscrotum
- Dductus (vas) deferens
- Ecorpus spongiosum
92Which of the following is the correct pathway of sperm cells from their formation to ejaculation?
- ASeminiferous tubule, epididymis, rete testis, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra
- BSeminiferous tubule, epididymis, rete testis, urethra, ejaculatory duct, ductus deferens
- CSeminiferous tubule, epididymis, rete testis, ejaculatory duct, ductus deferens, urethra
- DSeminiferous tubule, rete testis, epididymis, ejaculatory duct, urethra, ductus deferens
- ESeminiferous tubule, rete testis, epididymis, ductus deferens, ejaculatory duct, urethra
93At early puberty, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) stimulate enlargement of the testes.
- ATrue
- BFalse
94Men have only one __________.
- Aprostate
- Bseminal vesicle
- Cejaculatory duct
- D⦁ bulbourethral gland
95⦁ Which of the following is a secondary sex organ?
- A⦁ Distribution of body fat
- B⦁ Testis
- C⦁ Vagina
- D⦁ Facial hair
96⦁ A sperm count any lower than __________ million sperm per mL of semen is usually associated with infertility (sterility).
- A⦁ 50 to 100
- B⦁ 20 to 25
- C⦁ 250 to 500
- D⦁ 100 to 200
97⦁ Male infertility (sterility) refers to _________.
- A⦁ the inability to fertilize an egg
- B⦁ a lack of seminal fluid during ejaculation
- C⦁ the inability to have an erection
- D⦁ low levels of testosterone
98⦁ Which of the following is inhibited by testosterone?
- A⦁ Libido
- B⦁ Development of secondary sex organs
- C⦁ Development of secondary sex characteristics
- D⦁ Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) secretion
99⦁ The penile urethra is enclosed by the __________.
- A⦁ prepuce
- B⦁ corpus cavernosum
- C⦁ corpus spongiosum
- D⦁ trabecular muscle
100⦁ Descent of the testes is stimulated by the __________.
- A⦁ presence of testosterone
- B⦁ presence of the Y chromosome
- C⦁ presence of the X chromosome
- D⦁ absence of the X chromosome
101Which term refers to the deeper layer of the endometrium that is retained during each menstrual period and regenerates the superficial layer?
- AStratum basalis
- BStratum lucidum
- CStratum functionalis
- DStratum granulosum
102The number of ovarian follicles declines with age, leading to a reduction of estrogen levels.
- ATrue
- BFalse
103Pregnancy kits test for the presence of what hormone?
- AHuman chorionic gonadotropin
- BEstrogen
- CProgesterone
- DFollicle-stimulating hormone
104Unlike men, women lack a refractory period and may experience successive orgasms.
- ATrue
- BFalse
105After puberty, which epithelium lines the vagina?
- ATransitional epithelium
- BSimple squamous epithelium
- CSimple columnar epithelium
- DStratified squamous epithelium
106When do mammary glands primarily develop within the breasts?
- ADuring the last weeks of fetal development
- BDuring puberty
- CAt birth
- DDuring pregnancy
- EDuring infancy
107The uterine tubes are also called ______.
- Aoviducts or fallopian tubes
- Bcortical or medullary tubes
- Covarian or mesovarium tubes
- Dsuspensory tubes
108During climacteric, women secrete __________.
- Aless estrogen and progesterone
- Bmore estrogen and less progesterone
- Cless estrogen but the same amount of progesterone
- Dmore estrogen and progesterone
109During __________, the uterus is tented (erected) and the cervix is withdrawn from the vagina. Typically, the clitoris is engorged and the labia are bright red to violet due to hyperemia.
- Aresolution
- Bexcitement
- Cdetumescence
- Dorgasm
110What is the most superior region of the uterus?
- ACervix
- BBody
- CFundus
- DInternal os
111What is the earliest sign of puberty in girls?
- AThe increase in muscle mass
- BThe appearance of pubic and axillary hair
- CThe appearance of sebaceous and axillary glands
- DThe onset of breast development
112The __________ sometimes expels copious fluid similar to prostatic fluid, which constitutes the female ejaculate.
- Abulbourethral glands
- Bvestibular bulb
- Cparaurethral glands
- Dvaginal epithelium
113In the excitement phase, the uterus rises from its forward-tilted (anteverted) position.
- ATrue
- BFalse
114Why do pregnant women often have heartburn?
- AElevated levels of estrogens cause morning sickness.
- BThe mother's body is purging itself of toxins to protect the fetus.
- CAs the uterus enlarges it pushes upward on the stomach, causing gastric reflux.
- DThe mother's immune system is activated by the presence of the fetus.
115In the female fetus, the absence of testosterone results in the development of the external genitalia into clitoris, labia minora, and labia majora.
- ATrue
- BFalse
116Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) stimulates the corpus luteum to grow and secrete estrogen and progesterone.
- ATrue
- BFalse
117Which term refers to the membrane that stretches across the vaginal orifice?
- ARugae
- BPrepuce
- CMons pubis
- DHymen
118Which part of the uterine tube is the longest?
- AIsthmus
- BFimbriae
- CInfundibulum
- DAmpulla
119Mucus that prevents the spread of microorganisms from the vagina into the uterus is secreted by glands located in which of the following?
- AAmpulla
- BEndometrium
- CPerimetrium
- DCervical canal
120Which of these is not found in the vestibule?
- AClitoris
- BVaginal orifice
- CMons pubis
- DLabia minora
121Hyponatremia is usually a result of hypotonic hydration.
- ATrue
- BFalse
122How is calcium concentration in the body regulated?
- ABy sodium and calcium concentrations in the plasma
- BBy hormones
- CBy the sympathetic nervous system
- DBy chloride and phosphate concentrations in the plasma
123Which of the following occurs when blood volume and pressure become too high?
- AThe renal tubules reabsorb more sodium.
- BThe renal tubules reabsorb more water.
- CThe kidneys produce less urine.
- DADH release is inhibited.
124A hemorrhage results in which of the following?
- AA decrease in ECF volume but an increase ICF volume
- BA decrease in water volume and a decrease in osmolarity
- CA decrease in water volume and an increase in osmolarity
- DA decrease in water volume without significantly affecting the osmolarity
125What is the most abundant cation in the ICF?
- APi
- BK+
- CNa+
- DCa2+
126Which of the following characterizes a weak base?
- AIt binds a little H+ and has a weak effect on pH.
- BIt lowers the pH.
- CIt resists changes in OH-.
- DIt binds a lot of OH- and has a strong effect on pH.
127In which compartment would fluid accumulate in edema?
- ABlood plasma
- BTissue (interstitial) fluid
- CIntracellular fluid
- DLymph
128What is the most abundant anion in the ECF?
- AHPO42
- BPO43-
- CH2PO4-
- DHCO3-
- ECl-
129Water output is largely controlled by varying ___________.
- Aurine volume
- Bsweating
- Cmetabolic water production
- Ddrinking
130A patient suffering from diabetic acidosis would display which of the following compensatory symptoms?
- AHyperventilation
- BHypoventilation
- CDecreased H+ secretion by the kidneys
- DDecreased ammonia secretion by the kidneys
131In a state of fluid balance, average daily fluid gains and losses are equal.
- ATrue
- BFalse
132What protein is the most important buffer in erythrocytes?
- AHemoglobin
- BGamma globulin
- CAlbumin
- DMyoglobin
133Hypernatremia is a plasma __________ concentration above normal.
- APi
- BCl-
- C⦁ Na
- D⦁ K
134⦁ Blood plasma osmolarity is higher than intracellular fluid osmolarity.
- ATrue
- BFalse
135⦁ Chloride homeostasis is regulated as a side effect of sodium homeostasis.
- ATrue
- BFalse
136⦁ Which of the following does not stimulate aldosterone secretion?
- A⦁ Hyponatremia
- B⦁ High blood sodium concentration
- C⦁ Hyperkalemia
- D⦁ Hypotension
137⦁ The bicarbonate buffer system would not work very well in the human body if not for the action of the respiratory system, which ___________.
- A⦁ expels CO2 produced by the buffer system
- B⦁ supplies the buffer system with O2
- C⦁ supplies the buffer system with CO2
- D⦁ expels H+ produced by the buffer system
138⦁ What determines osmosis from one fluid compartment to another?
- A⦁ The blood pressure
- B⦁ The relative volume in each compartment
- C⦁ The relative concentration of solutes in each compartment
- D⦁ The relative size of each compartment
139⦁ How do the kidneys compensate respiratory acidosis?
- A⦁ By secreting more hydrogen ions
- B⦁ By secreting more sodium ions
- C⦁ By secreting more bicarbonate ions
- D⦁ By reabsorbing more ammonia
140⦁ Chronic vomiting can lead to which of the following?
- A⦁ Lymphatic alkalosis
- B⦁ Metabolic acidosis
- C⦁ Metabolic alkalosis
- D⦁ Respiratory alkalosis
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