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Davyd B.
wk 1-7 cards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the smallest structural and functional unit of life? | The cell |
| What is homeostasis? | The body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes |
| What organelle is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell? | Mitochondria |
| What type of feedback mechanism maintains most homeostatic processes? | Negative feedback |
| Which tissue type is responsible for movement in the body? | Muscle tissue |
| What part of a neuron receives incoming signals? | Dendrites |
| What is the function of the sarcoplasmic reticulum in muscle cells? | To store and release calcium ions (Ca²⁺) for muscle contraction |
| What molecule provides the immediate source of energy for muscle contraction? | ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) |
| What is the difference between isotonic and isometric contractions? | Isotonic contractions change muscle length; isometric contractions maintain the same length while tension increases |
| What happens during depolarization of a neuron? | Sodium ions (Na⁺) rush into the cell, making the inside more positive |