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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is homeostasis? | The process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite external changes. |
| one example of homeostasis in the human body. | Regulation of body temperature |
| Why is homeostasis important for survival? | It keeps conditions within optimal ranges for cell function and overall health. |
| What are the four major classes of biomolecules? | Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. |
| What biomolecule is the main source of energy for cells? | Carbohydrates. |
| What is the function of proteins in the body? | To build and repair tissues, act as enzymes, and support immune function. |
| What is the function of the mitochondria? | To produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell. |
| What is the fluid mosaic model? | A description of the cell membrane structure with proteins floating in or on the lipid bilayer. |
| Define diffusion. | The movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration. |
| What are the four basic types of tissues? | Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues. |
| What is the main function of epithelial tissue? | To cover body surfaces and line cavities. |
| What is the largest organ of the human body? | The skin. |
| What are the two main types of bone tissue? | Compact bone and spongy bone. |
| What cell type is responsible for building new bone? | Osteoblasts. |
| What is the axial skeleton? | The part of the skeleton that includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage. |
| What is an articulation? | A joint where two or more bones meet. |
| Name the three types of muscle tissue. | Skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle. |
| What role do actin and myosin play in muscle contraction? | They slide past each other to shorten muscle fibers, producing contraction. |