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  1. Which type of muscle tissue is found in the walls of blood vessels and internal organs?

    Answer: Smooth muscle

    Smooth muscle is involuntary and lines the walls of blood vessels and hollow organs.

  2. The axon of a neuron is responsible for:

    Answer: Transmitting impulses away from the cell body

    Axons carry nerve impulses away from the cell body toward other neurons or effector organs.

  3. Which layer of the skin contains collagen and elastin fibers that give skin its strength and elasticity?

    Answer: Dermis

    The dermis contains a dense network of collagen and elastin fibers responsible for skin's structural integrity.

  4. The process by which cells divide to produce two identical daughter cells is called:

    Answer: Mitosis

    Mitosis produces two genetically identical daughter cells used for growth and tissue repair.

  5. Which cranial nerve controls most of the facial muscles used in expression?

    Answer: Facial nerve (VII)

    The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) innervates the muscles of facial expression.

  6. Sebaceous glands secrete sebum, which primarily functions to:

    Answer: Lubricate the skin and hair shaft

    Sebum is an oily substance that coats the skin and hair, reducing moisture loss and providing some antimicrobial protection.

  7. The arrector pili muscle is attached to the hair follicle and causes:

    Answer: Goosebumps when contracted

    When the arrector pili contracts (usually due to cold or fear), it pulls the hair upright, creating goosebumps.