What effect does alcohol have on the endocrine system? KEY POINTS. Chronic consumption of a large amount of alcohol disrupts the communication between nervous, endocrine and immune system and causes hormonal disturbances that lead to profound and serious consequences at physiological and behavioral levels. What glands does alcohol affect? Alcohol use has been shown to […]
How tall was a dire wolf at the shoulder?
How tall was a dire wolf at the shoulder? Physical Characteristics Attribute Measurement Estimated Body Weight 34-67 kg (75-148 lb) (Anyonge & Roman 2006) Head-Body Length 125 cm (4.1 ft) (Anton & Turner 1997) Shoulder Height 80 cm (2.6 ft) Tail Length 63 cm (2 ft) What was the largest dire wolf? Canis dirus Common […]
Who studied TMV?
Who studied TMV? Beijerinck had used two filtration techniques, a Chamberland filter (Fig. 2) and diffusion through agar, to show that TMV was infectious when rubbed onto healthy tobacco leaves. In his studies, a systemic infection was observed within two weeks (Fig. 1A). Where does tobacco mosaic virus come from? When tobacco products are handled […]
What part of the body does Down syndrome affect the most?
What part of the body does Down syndrome affect the most? Down syndrome, the most common chromosome-related genetic condition in the U.S., affects development of the brain and body. Where is Down syndrome found in the body? The abnormality usually occurs in egg cells, but it occasionally occurs in sperm cells. An error in cell […]
Is recycled plastic cheaper than new plastic?
Is recycled plastic cheaper than new plastic? Plastic Doesn’t Close the Loop It is often cheaper and easier to make plastic containers from new, nonrenewable resources. Plastic resin has limited value as a commodity because its quality degrades every time it is reheated. Consequently, most plastic is only reprocessed once before it goes to a […]
How should you apply a tourniquet?
How should you apply a tourniquet? You can apply a tourniquet to bare skin or over clothing. Place the tourniquet high and tight on the extremity (arm or leg), near the armpit or groin. Pull the “tail” strap of the tourniquet tight and twist the windlass until the bleeding stops. Secure the windlass to keep […]
What does the US Fire Administration do?
What does the US Fire Administration do? The U.S. Fire Administration supports and strengthens fire and emergency medical services and stakeholders to prepare for, prevent, mitigate and respond to all hazards. What organization is responsible for America at Risk? CDC works 24/7 to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in […]
How far is Los Angeles to Colorado by plane?
How do I use Windows dialer?
How do I use Windows dialer? A. Start Dialer on your machine. Click the ‘Dial’ button (or select Dial from the Phone menu) Select ‘Internet Call’ and enter the IP address or host name of the recipient computer. Click ‘Place Call’ On the remote machine a window will be displayed with a ‘Take Call’ button. […]
What are some of the after effects of a colonoscopy?
What are some of the after effects of a colonoscopy? After the procedure, people may experience mild discomfort for up to 24 hours. They may develop mild stomach cramping, gas pains, and bloating. In addition to mild discomfort, bleeding may occur if the doctor took a biopsy or removed abnormal tissue. How long will it […]