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CHERRY SANTOS
sci 221-06 week 14
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Surfactant | Substance produced by alveolar cells that reduces surface tension and prevents alveolar collapse. |
| ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone) | Promotes water reabsorption and reduces urine volume |
| Tubular Reabsorption | Movement of substances from filtrate back into the blood (e.g., glucose, water, ions). |
| Aldosterone | Increases sodium reabsorption, indirectly increasing water retention. |
| Urinary System | Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra; responsible for filtering blood and producing urine. |
| Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) | Energy used by the body at rest. |
| Glycogen | Storage form of glucose in liver and muscle. |
| Sphincter | Circular muscle controlling movement between digestive regions (e.g., lower esophageal sphincter). |
| Hemoglobin | Protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen. |
| Metabolism | All chemical reactions occurring in the body. |
| Catabolism | Breakdown of complex molecules to release energy. |