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Biology 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Homeostasis | the tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes. |
| Morbidity | Morbidity is the state of being symptomatic or unhealthy for a disease or condition. |
| Genome | the haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete or microorganism, or in each cell of a multicellular organism. the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism. |
| Mortality | the number of deaths in a population during a given time or place. the proportion of deaths to population |
| Vasoconstriction | Vasoconstriction is the narrowing (constriction) of blood vessels by small muscles in their walls. When blood vessels constrict, blood flow is slowed or blocked. Vasoconstriction may be slight or severe. |