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Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter1: Learning About Human Biology

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Problem 2RQ: Why is the concept of homeostasis meaningful in the study of human biology?

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False

Fast oxidative muscle fibers have low myoglobin content.
True
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