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Physiology
Weeks 1-6 flashcards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the term used to describe the normal range of values the body tries to maintain. | Set point. |
| What elements make up all carbohydrate compounds. | carbon, hydrogen, oxygen. |
| Why are lipids considered water-insoluble, and what property of their molecules causes this? | Because they are Non-polar. |
| What part of the cell is responsible for the passage of water. | Cell membrane |
| What part of the bone is responsible for growth? | Epiphyseal plate |
| What is a muscle cell called? | myocyte |
| What proteins work together for muscle contraction? | Actin and myosin |
| What is a thick filament called? | Myosin |
| Thin filament? | Actin |
| What is responsible for skin pigmentation? | Melanin |