Save
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

MC - Absorbing

Multicellular Organisms - Absorbing Materials

QuestionAnswer
What is the name for the finger-like projections in the small intestine? Villi
What is the function of the villi? Absorb nutrients from food
Why is the small intestine good at absorbing food? Large number of villi providing a large surface area.
Give three features of the villi that allow them to easily absorb nutrients Large surface area, thin walls, good blood supply.
Which part of the villi absorbs fatty acids and glycerol? Lacteal
Which component of the villi absorbs glucose and amino acids? Blood capillary
What does the blood capillary absorb? Glucose and amino acids
What does the lacteal absorb? Fatty acids and glycerol
What are the main gas exchange organs? The lungs
What do the lungs contain that provide them with a large surface area? A large number of alveoli
What are the 3 features of alveoli that allow gas exchange? Large surface area, good blood supply, thin walls
Give one feature of tissues which allows them to exchange materials with cells? They have capillary networks.
Which two substances must be absorbed into the bloodstream to be delivered to cells? Oxygen and nutrients from food.
Which waste product must be removed from the cells into the bloodstream? Carbon dioxide
Created by: StNiniansHS
Popular Biology sets

 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards