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What does the middle third of the embryonic bulbus cordis form?

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Given that the following gynecological cancers may present with overlapping symptoms, each type has distinct pathophysiological and clinical features. Please provide a brief analysis (~2 sentences) of the distinguishing characteristics of cervical, endometrial, and ovarian cancer, highlighting key differences in their presentation, risk factors, and diagnostic approaches.

What is the size of a star 20 times more massive and `L` times more luminous than our Sun with a surface temperature of `T` K? Your final answer should be in the standard unit of this quantity. Please read and comply with the following input instructions. Only use the values exactly as given both in this prompt and the equation sheet for your calculations.  Do not round until your final answer.  Input Instructions: Type your answer rounding to the nearest whole number (30,000). The unit will be answered and inputted in the next question. Use standard comma placement if necessary. Do not use E, or scientific notation, or any words in your answer. For technical difficulties, manually type your answer in the bonus prompt at the bottom. If you do not follow these directions or do not include the units, you will lose points even if your answer is correct. 

Choose two sexually transmitted infections (e.g., chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, genital warts, etc.). For each, discuss the following: expected signs and symptoms, diagnostic testing, standard treatment, patient education, and appropriate follow-up care.

A client has come for an examination because of a missed menstrual period and a positive home pregnancy test.  Examination reveals a cervix that appears bluish in color.  This is referred to as:

When conducting a female gynecological exam with specimens, which sample should be obtained first?

The presence of a fishy odor after adding potassium hydroxide (KOH) to a wet mount slide containing vaginal mucus suggests:

Which method(s) can be used to evaluate

Partial Credit booster.  Select yes below: