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Human Physiology Week 7 Assignment
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| pH Balance | The regulation of hydrogen ion concentration in body fluids. |
| Carbohydrates | Organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen; provide energy and structure. |
| Epidermis | The outermost layer of skin made of epithelial cells. |
| Bone | Hard connective tissue providing structure and protection. |
| Actin and Myosin | Protein filaments that slide to produce muscle contraction. |
| Myofibril | Threadlike structure in muscle fibers responsible for contraction. |
| Osteocyte | Mature bone cell maintaining bone structure. |
| Monomer | A single unit that can join others to form polymers. |
| Mitochondria | Organelles that produce energy through cellular respiration. |
| Mitosis | Division of somatic cells producing identical daughter cells. |