Portals of Exit Are

question 3

Multiple Choice

Portals of exit are

• A)the various orifices of the human body.
• B)limited to the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts in humans.
• C)any place on the body where a secretion occurs.
• D)the areas of the body from which pathogens are shed.
• E)the ways by which the body eliminates pathogens.

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Definitions:

Covering And Lining Layers

Refers to tissues that protect internal structures and absorb, secrete, or filter substances, such as skin and mucous membranes.

Connective Tissue

A type of tissue in the body that provides support, binds together, and protects organs. It includes bone, cartilage, and blood among others.

Muscle Tissue

A type of body tissue composed of fibers that are capable of contracting to produce movement in various parts of the body.

Multipolar Neuron

A type of neuron characterized by having one axon and multiple dendrites, allowing it to integrate a large amount of information from various sources. They are commonly found in the brain and spinal cord.