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Anatomy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |