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olgavictoria

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following statements regarding the pharynx is NOT true?
 
  a. It is commonly called the throat.
  b. It is a muscular tube.
  c. It transports air to the esophagus.
  d. It is the location of the tonsils.

Question 2

Feminization may develop in a male due to problems with the:
 
  a. pituitary gland
  b. thyroid gland
  c. adrenal gland
  d. testes
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onowka

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c
Explanation:
a. It is commonly called the throat: a true statement
b. It is a muscular tube: a true statement
c. It transports air to the esophagus: correct
d. It is the location of the tonsils: a true statement

Answer to Question 2

c
Explanation:
a. pituitary gland: feminization may develop due to problems with the adrenal gland
b. thyroid gland: feminization may develop due to problems with the adrenal gland
c. adrenal gland: correct
d. testes: feminization may develop due to problems with the adrenal gland


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