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BIO 101 – Weeks 1–6 Review” or “Homeostasis to Muscle Contraction – StudyStack 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Biomolecule | A molecule produced by living organisms, such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, that are essential for life functions. |
| Cell Membrane | A semi-permeable barrier made of a phospholipid bilayer that controls the movement of substances into and out of the cell. |
| Homeostasis | The process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite external changes |
| Osmosis | The diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to high solute concentration. |
| Epithelial Tissue | Tissue that covers body surfaces, lines internal organs, and forms glands; functions include protection, secretion, and absorption. |
| Osteoblasts | Bone-forming cells responsible for producing new bone matrix and aiding in bone growth and repair |
| Actin and Myosin | Protein filaments in muscle fibers that interact to produce muscle contraction through the sliding filament mechanism. |