★ Anatomy Bones Quiz
Which of the following best describes the function of the periosteum?
A. It is the smooth tissue at the ends of bones, which reduces friction.
B. It is the outer layer of the bone that contains nerves and blood vessels.
Select your answer:
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Vision and Hearing Defects › ViewHow does the mechanism of myopia lead to blurry distant vision?
A. The cornea flattens, spreading the light too wide on the retina.
B. The lens loses its elasticity, failing to properly focus light.
C. The eyeball elongates, causing light rays to focus before reaching the retina.
D. The retina moves closer to the lens, distorting the light focus.
Digestive and Circulatory System › View
The system that breaks down food into nutrients.
A. lymphatic
B. respiratory
C. nervous
D. digestive