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The ______ plane divides the body into left and right halves.
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Homeostasis The body's ability to maintain stable internal conditions despite external changes.
The ______ plane divides the body into left and right halves. Sagittal
What is the primary function of mitochondria? ATP production (cellular energy).
Osmosis Passive diffusion of water across a semipermeable membrane.
Which layer of the skin contains keratinocytes? Epidermis.
______ glands secrete sweat to regulate body temperature. Eccrine
What type of bone growth occurs at the epiphyseal plate? Longitudinal growth.
Bone cells that resorb bone tissue. Osteoclasts
Which protein binds calcium to initiate muscle contraction? Troponin.
The ______ is the functional unit of a muscle fiber. Sarcomere
What is the role of the myelin sheath? Speeds up nerve impulse transmission.
Synapse Junction between two neurons where signals are transmitted.
Which gland produces insulin? Pancreas.
______ hormones are derived from cholesterol. Steroid
What is the function of the sinoatrial (SA) node? Acts as the heart's natural pacemaker.
Systole Contraction phase of the cardiac cycle.
Where does gas exchange occur in the lungs? Alveoli.
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