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Physiology
weeks 1-6
Question | Answer |
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The normal reading or range is called the_____. (Ch 2) | set point |
The impact of effector activity on sensors may be positive or negative. Therefore, homeostatic control mechanisms are categorized as____. (Ch 2) | organs that are directly influenced by physiological variables or mechanisms |
Positive-feedback control systems: (Ch 2) | accelerate a change |
Negative-feedback control systems: (Ch 2) | oppose a change |
RNA and DNA have the same pyrimidine bases but different purine bases. (Ch 4) | False |
The types of lipids found that form hormones, such as cortisone, estrogen, and testosterone are: (Ch 4) | steroids |
A saturated fatty acid is one in which___. (Ch 4) | all available bonds of its hydrocarbon chain are filled |
The term glycoprotein, a combination of two words, tells you that the compound is made of _____, with _____ being the dominant component. (Ch 4) | carbohydrate and protein; protein |
Proteins that act as catalysts are called____. (Ch 6-7) | enzymes |
If oxygen is available, the pyruvate molecules formed by glycolysis are prepared to enter the next phase of aerobic cellular respiration, called the____. (Ch 6-7) | citric acid cycle |
Which skin layer contains closely packed, clear cells that contain a gel-like substance called eleidin? (Ch 8-10) | Stratum lucidum |
Basement membrane is composed of molecules made by _____ tissue. (Ch 8-10) | connective and epithelial |
Bones grow in length due to activity in the ________. (Ch 11-13) | epiphyseal plate |
Adipocytes, found in the yellow bone marrow, stores and releases ________ for energy. (Ch 11-13) | fat and triglycerides |
Which type of movement occurs between the carpal and tarsal bones and between the articular facets of adjoining spinal vertebrae? (Ch 14 & 17) | gliding |
Which joint allows for a unique movement called opposition? (Ch 14 & 17) | Saddle |
Most body movements are _____ contractions. (Ch 14 & 17) | isotonic |