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Nancy Farias
Physiology 1-6
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The two categories of carbohydrates include. | starch and sugar |
| Lipids are composed of. | Triglycerides |
| What is the main function of the cell membrane | to protect the cell and control what enters and leaves |
| What role does osmosis play in the cell membrane? | it controls the movement of water in and out of the cell to maintain balance. |
| What vital functions does the skin do? | Protects, sensation, thermoregulation, Immunity, vitamin D synthesis, excretion, storage and cushioning |
| What are the layers of the skin? | epidermis, dermis, hypodermis |
| Which bone cell is primarily responsible for breaking down bone matrix during bone remodeling? | Osteoclast |
| Which hormone increases blood calcium levels by stimulating osteoclast activity? | Parathyroid hormone (PTH) |
| What are the most common and movable joints, characterized by a fluid- filled joint cavity. | Synovial joints |
| What are the muscle tissue types | Cardiac muscle, Skeletal muscle, Smooth muscle. |