Particulate Radiations

question 16

Multiple Choice

Particulate radiations:

• A) Are tiny particles of matter.
• B) Do not possess mass.
• C) Travel in curved lines at low speeds.
• D) Do not transmit kinetic energy.

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Definitions:

Mastication

The action of masticating food to ready it for swallowing and subsequent digestion.

Parasympathetic Nerves

A division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for rest and digest functions, conserving energy and lowering metabolism.

Vagus Nerve

The tenth cranial nerve, involved in controlling heart rate, gastrointestinal motility, sweating, and various muscle movements in the body.

Transverse Colon

Part of the colon between the right and left colic flexures.