The liver contains macrophages that have a special name. What is this name?

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The liver contains macrophages that have a special name. What is this name?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Kupffer cells are specialized macrophages in the liver that remove debris and pathogens from the blood. Lymphocytes are white blood cells, and 'coffee cells' is not a term; 'liver macrophage' is less specific than Kupffer cells.

Question 2 of 5

Homeostasis is best described as:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Homeostasis maintains internal stability using nerves and hormones despite external changes.

Question 3 of 5

What is the name of the blood vessel that brings blood to the kidney?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The renal artery supplies blood to the kidney for filtration.

Question 4 of 5

Alcohol causes dehydration. How?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Alcohol inhibits ADH, reducing water reabsorption and increasing urine output, leading to dehydration.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is not a function of saliva?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Saliva does not aid in protein digestion; it primarily helps in moistening food, contains amylase for carbohydrate digestion, and facilitates chemical digestion.

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