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Physiology Set 1

Weeks 1-6

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What protein substance is thought to be linked to mad cow disease? Prion.
What type of feedback loop is childbirth? Positive feedback loop.
What disaccharide is formed when two glucose molecules are joined? Maltose.
What is the main polysaccharide in the body? Glycogen.
What is a neoplasm also known as? A tumor.
What is transcription? The creation of mrna.
Does smooth muscle have intercalated discs? No.
What does the papillary layer of the dermis do? Creates ridges so we can have fingerprints.
What minerals are stored in the bones? Calcium and phosphorus.
When does bone loss begin? 35-40 years old.
What type of joint is a gliding joint? Multiaxial joint.
What type of neurons are located in skeletal muscles? Somatic neurons.
What feedback mechanism maintains muscle tone? Negative feedback loops.
What is the contractile unit of the muscle? Sarcomere.
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