What is the primary purpose of the meniscus in the knee joint?
A. To provide cushioning and stability
B. To connect muscles to bones
C. To produce synovial fluid
D. To facilitate blood flow
Select your answer:
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Endocrine System Terms › ViewThe combining form “adren/o-” pertains to:
A. Hormones
B. Blood sugar
C. Adrenal glands
D. Adrenaline
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Justin, Sophie, and Lindsey are studying for their biology exam. They are discussing a scenario where a person accidentally touches a hot stove and immediately pulls their hand away. They are trying to understand the role of ‘nociceptors’ in this scenario. Can you help them understand the function of nociceptors in the perception of pain?
A. Is it to interpret pain signals?
B. Or to send signals to the brain?
C. Maybe to regulate neurotransmitters?
D. Or to convert stimuli into electrical signals?