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Anatomy
Term | Definition |
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What are the 5 different type of bones? | Long Bones, Short Bones, Flat Bones, Irregular Bones, and Sesamoid Bones |
What is the normal reading or range called? | Setpoint |
What is the relatively constant state maintained by the body known as? | Homeostasis |
The structure that is called the "powerhouse" of the cell is what? | Mitochondria |
Red blood cells | Contain hemoglobin, a red pigment that attracts , then releases oxygen |
Immune Cells | Recognize and destroy "nonself" cells such as cancer cells and invading bacteria |
Gland Cells | Release substances such as hormones, enzymes, mucus, and sweat |
Plasma Membrane | Phospholipid bilayer reinforced with cholesterol and embedded with proteins and other organic molecules |
Lysosomes | Tiny membranous bags containing enzymes |
Microvilli | Short, fingerlike extensions of plasma membrane; supported internally by microfilaments |