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sarasara

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which procedure uses ultrasound to break up stones?
 
  A) peritoneal dialysis
  B) catheterization
  C) nephrolithotomy
  D) extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy

Question 2

The inner layer of the cerebrum is the cerebral cortex.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: Correct. Extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy uses ultrasound waves to break up stones.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: The outer, not inner, layer of the cerebrum is the cerebral cortex.


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