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AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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Three of the following pairs of the human skeletal parts are correctly matched with their respective inclusive skeletel category and one pair is not matched. Identify the non-matching pair.
A
Pair of skeletal parts Category
Sternum and ribs - Axial skeleton
B
Pair of skeletal parts Category
Clavicle and glenoid - Pelvic girdle
C
Pair of skeletal parts Category
Humerus and ulna - Appendicular skeleton
D
Pair of skeletal parts Category
Malleus and stapes - Ear ossicles
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AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
When a neuron is in resting state i.e., not conducting any impulse, the axonal membrane is
A
comparatively more permeable to Na+ ions and nearly impermeable to K+ ions
B
equally permeable to both Na+ and K+ ions
C
impermeable to both Na+ and K+ ions
D
comparatively more permeable to K+ ions and nearly impermeable to Na+ ions.
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AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Which one of the following is not a part of a renal pyramid?
A
Peritubular capillaries
B
Convoluted tubules
C
Collecting ducts
D
Loop of Henle
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AIPMT 2011 Prelims
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+4
-1
Which one of the following correctly explains the function of a specific part of the human nephron?
A
Podocytes : create minute spaces (slit pores) for the filtration of blood into the Bowman's capsule
B
Henle's loop : most reabsorption of the major substances from the glomerular filtrate
C
Distal convoluted tubule : reabsorption of K+ ions into the surrounding blood capillaries
D
Afferent arteriole : carries the blood away from the glomerulus towards renal vein.