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Biology 1050

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What is the study of tissue called? Histology
What are the 5 functions of Epithelial Tissue? Protection, Absorption, Transport, Excretion, Sensory perception.
Ling of the lungs and the skin of a frog have what kind of epithelial tissue? Simple Squamous
Kidney Tubule, ducts and small glands have what kind of epithelial tissue? Simple cuboidal
What kind of epithelial tissue lines the esophagus, vagina and mouth? Stratified squamous tissue (It protects underlying tissues in areas subject to abrasion)
The cells of connective tissue are separated by non-living material called? extracellular matrix
Describe loose connective tissue strong, flexible, elastic consistency
Describe fibrous connective tissue Collagen fibers densely packed, creating strong cords. (Tendons and Ligaments)
What is adipose tissue? fat droplets that push the nuclei close to the plasma membrane (Found around kidneys and under skin)
What is cartilage? Hard, flexible supportive tissues
What is another name for cartilage cells that lie in spaces called lacunae that are surrounded by a rubbery matrix? Chondrocytes
What is another name for bone cells that lie in the lacunae? Osteoctytes
Matrix is hard and made up of what? Calcium phosphate
What is a specialized connective tissue that is used to transport substances throughout the body? Blood
Specials cells that carry electrical impulses are called? neurons
Neurons receives stimuli that does what? Causes other tissues or organs to respond
What are the three types of muscle tissue? smooth, skeletal, and cardiac
The Integumentary Organ System consists of what? skin, hair and nails that are used for protection and thermoregulation
The Nervous system consists of what? The brain, spinal cord, and nerves that are used for regulation of other body systems
The Endoctrine system consists of what? Hormone secreting glands such as the thyroid and adrenals. It is used to secrete regulatory molecules called hormones.
The Skeletal organ system consists of what? Bones and cartilages that aid in movement and support
The Circulatory system consists of what? The heart, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels and they aid in the movement of blood and lymph
The Immune system consists of what? Bone marrow and Lymphoid organs that help the defense of the body of invading pathogens
The Respiratory system consists of what? Lungs and airways that aid in gas exchange
The Urinary system consists of what? Kidneys, Urethra,Ureters and regulate blood volume and composition
The Digestive system consists of? The mouth, stomach, intestine, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. It breakdowns food into molecules
The Reproductive system consists of? Gonads external genitalia, associated glands and ducts. It aids in the continuation of species.
What is energy? The capacity to do work
What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy? Kinetic energy is the energy of motion and potential energy is stored energy
What do animals use in organic molecules to accomplish biological work? Bond energy
What is the study of energy called? Thermodynamics
What is the most convenient way to measure energy? Heat production
What is the 1st Law of Energy? (Conservation) energy cannot be created nor destroyed, just transformed
What is the 2nd Law of Energy? (Entropy) The universe tends toward disorder; disorder is always increasing
Usable energy ______________ over time. Decreases
What is a metabolism? the sum total of all chemical reactions in a cell.
What are catabolic reactions? They are Pr"break down" reactions and the products of the reaction have lower potential energy than the reactants
Products of endergonic reactions have higher potential energy Products of exergonic reactions release energy, they generate the energy.
What is energy of activation?
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