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Physiology
Week 7-13
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Neurotransmitters | chemicals that allow neurons to communicate with one another |
| Hyperpolarization | movement of the membrane potential away from zero |
| Cerebellum | second largest part of the brain, located below the posterior portion of the cerebrum |
| Olfactory | cranial nerve that is responsible for sense of smell |
| Cortisol | steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands |
| Hematocrit | volume percentage of red blood cells |
| Leukopenia | decrease in the amount of white blood cells |
| Intercellular Fluid | fluid that is clear, watery and contains protein molecules |
| Myoglobin | oxygen binding protein helps move oxygen out of the blood and into the muscle cells |
| Amylase | enzyme in the saliva |