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Week 7 Assignment
StudyStack Set Wks 1-6
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is homeostasis? | Homeostasis is the body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment necessary for survival and proper cell function. |
| Why is homeostasis important for the body? | Without homeostasis, cells cannot function properly, and the body may become sick or die if internal conditions are not restored. |
| What are the major types of biomolecules? | Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. |
| What is cell membrane transport? | A process that controls what enters and leaves a cell, critical for muscle, nerve, and hormone function. |
| What is the significance of the cell life cycle? | It is essential for cell growth, reproduction, genetic continuity, and preventing conditions like cancer. |
| What can errors in cell reproduction cause? | Genetic disorders, cancer, or other severe conditions. |
| What is tissue? | A group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function in the body. |
| Why is it important to understand tissue types? | Because each organ contains all four tissue types, and their interaction determines organ function. |
| What two connective tissues primarily make up the skeleton? | Bone and cartilage. |
| What are articulations (joints)? | Points where bones meet, allowing movement or stability depending on the type. |
| What is muscle function? | Muscles are responsible for movement, heat production, and maintaining posture. |
| What are immovable joints? | Joints like skull sutures that do not permit movement but provide strong protection. |
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