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SCI220-07
Anatomy
| An organization of many similar cells that are specialized to perform a certain function is called a(n): | tissue. |
| A surgeon removing a gallbladder should know to find it in the _____ region. | right hypochondriac |
| Substances that accept hydrogen ions are called: | bases. |
| Approximately what percentage of the body weight of an adult female is water? | 50% |
| Skin cells (epithelial) are held tightly together by: | desmosomes. |
| In the cell membrane, the hydrophilic part of the phospholipid molecule: | faces the exterior of the cell & faces the interior of the cell. |
| The _____ junction “glues” the epidermis and dermis together and provides mechanical support for the epidermis. | dermoepidermal |
| Besides water, extracellular matrix contains | proteins and proteoglycans. |
| Anteriorly, each rib of the first seven pairs attaches to the | sternum. |
| Which of the following bones form the framework of the hand? | metacarpals |