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What is the fluid within the nucleus called?

nucleoplasm

What are organelles?

Little organs; complex organized structures within cells.

Diffusion is the movement of a substance from an area of lower concentration to an area of higher concentration.

False (B)

What is osmosis?

<p>The passive movement of water through a selectively permeable membrane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is active transport?

<p>Movement of substances against a concentration gradient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does isotonic mean?

<p>Same relative concentration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens in hypotonic solutions?

<p>Water enters the cell, potentially causing lysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

<p>Modifies, packages, and sorts materials that arrive from the ER.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are lysosomes?

<p>Organelles that contain digestive enzymes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of mitochondria?

<p>Synthesize ATP through aerobic cellular respiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is transcription?

<p>RNA synthesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do epidermal ridges do?

<p>Merge dermis and epidermis and deliver nutrients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of growth hormone?

<p>Stimulates liver to produce somatomedin, resulting in cartilage proliferation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is anatomy?

<p>Study of structure and form (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is physiology primarily concerned with?

<p>Study of the body's functions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does embryology study?

<p>Developmental changes from conception to birth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define branches of anatomy.

<p>Branches of anatomy include microscopic anatomy (cytology and histology) and gross anatomy (systemic and regional anatomy).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pathophysiology involves the study of the relationship between organ functions and diseases.

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What are the basic qualities of life?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is homeostasis?

<p>Homeostasis refers to the ability of an organism to maintain a consistent internal environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Positive feedback mechanisms reinforce responses within the body.

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What are cations?

<p>Cations are positively charged ions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define electrolytes.

<p>Electrolytes are substances that dissolve and dissociate in water to create electric currents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of enzymes?

<p>Lower activation energy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the major elements of the human body?

<p>Oxygen, Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Calcium, and Phosphorus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Glucose is a disaccharide.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical equation for respiration?

<p>C6H12O6 + 6O2 -&gt; 6CO2 + 6H2O.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Anatomy

The study of the structure and form of living organisms. It comes from the Greek word Anatome, meaning "to cut apart."

Physiology

The study of the functions of living organisms and their parts. It investigates how organs and systems work.

Gross Anatomy

Deals with structures visible to the naked eye, such as organs and organ systems.

Microscopic Anatomy

Examines structures that are too small to be seen with the naked eye, requiring a microscope.

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Embryology

Focuses on the developmental changes from conception to birth.

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Comparative Anatomy and Physiology

Examines anatomical and physiological similarities and differences across species.

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Pathophysiology

Investigates how organ system functions are altered due to disease or injury.

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Homeostasis

The ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment, despite external changes.

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Atom

The smallest unit of matter that can exist independently.

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Ions

Atoms that have gained or lost electrons, resulting in a net positive or negative charge.

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Electrolytes

Substances that dissociate in solution, producing ions that can conduct electricity.

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Organic Molecules

Molecules that contain a carbon backbone and are essential for life.

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Monosaccharides

Simple sugars that are the basic building blocks of carbohydrates.

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Disaccharides

Complex carbohydrates formed by the combination of two or more monosaccharides.

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Proteins

Long chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.

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Nucleic Acids

Large polymers responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information.

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Cellular Respiration

The process by which cells break down glucose to produce energy (ATP).

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Plasma Membrane

The outer barrier of the cell, controlling the flow of substances in and out.

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Nucleus

The control center of the cell, containing genetic material (DNA).

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Cytoplasm

The gel-like substance that fills the cell, containing organelles.

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Organelles

Specialized structures within the cytoplasm that perform specific functions.

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Diffusion

The movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

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Osmosis

Diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

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Active Transport

Movement of molecules across a membrane against their concentration gradient, requiring energy.

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Endocytosis

The uptake of substances into the cell via vesicles.

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Exocytosis

The process by which substances are secreted from the cell via vesicles.

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Skin

The largest organ of the body, providing protection, temperature regulation, and sensory functions.

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Sebaceous Glands

Glands that secrete oil, lubricating the skin and hair.

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Sweat Glands

Glands that produce sweat, helping to regulate body temperature.

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Study Notes

Anatomy

  • Study of structure and form, derived from Greek Anatome meaning "to cut apart."
  • Anatomists explore relationships among body parts and individual organs.

Physiology

  • Focuses on the function of body parts.
  • Physiologists analyze normal organ and system functions, influenced by medications or diseases.

Branches of Anatomy

  • Microscopic Anatomy: Includes cytology (cells) and histology (tissues).
  • Gross Anatomy: Visible structures, can be systemic (by system) or regional (by area).

Embryology

  • Studies developmental changes from conception to birth.

Comparative Anatomy and Physiology

  • Examines anatomical and physiological similarities and differences across species.

Pathophysiology

  • Investigates how organ system functions alter due to disease or injury.

Basic Qualities of Life

  • Organization, metabolism, growth and development, responsiveness, regulation (homeostasis).

Organization of the Human Body

  • Hierarchical levels: chemical, cellular, tissue, organ, organ system.

Anatomical Terminology

  • Anterior: in front.
  • Posterior: in back.
  • Dorsal: backside.
  • Ventral: belly side.
  • Superior: closer to the head.
  • Inferior: closer to the feet.
  • Deep: inside.
  • Superficial: outside.

Homeostasis

  • Ability to maintain a stable internal environment, involves receptors, control centers, and effectors.
  • Positive feedback reinforces a response, e.g., lactation.
  • Negative feedback counteracts changes to maintain set points.

Atoms and Chemical Bonds

  • Basic composition: protons, neutrons, electrons; atomic mass unit (amu) based on protons and neutrons.
  • Types of bonds: ionic (electron transfer) and covalent (electron sharing).

Major Elements of the Human Body

  • Composed predominantly of Oxygen (65%), Carbon (18%), Hydrogen (10%), Nitrogen (3%).

Ions and Electrolytes

  • Cations: positively charged ions.
  • Anions: negatively charged ions.
  • Electrolytes: substances that create electric currents in solution.

Organic Molecules

  • Contain carbon; includes lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Carbohydrates

  • Monosaccharides: simple sugars (e.g., glucose).
  • Disaccharides: two monosaccharides (e.g., sucrose).
  • Oligosaccharides: multiple monosaccharides.

Proteins

  • Amino acids linked by peptide bonds, form structures with various functions (primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary).

Nucleic Acids

  • Store genetic information (RNA, DNA), composed of nucleotides (phosphate, sugar, nitrogenous base).

Cellular Respiration

  • Equation: C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O; CO2 exhaled, H2O utilized in the body.

Cellular Components

  • Plasma membrane: outer barrier of the cell.
  • Nucleus: contains genetic material; nucleoplasm and nucleolus present.
  • Cytoplasm: contents within the cell.
  • Organelles: specialized structures (e.g., mitochondria, ribosomes).

Cellular Transport Mechanisms

  • Diffusion: movement from high to low concentration.
  • Osmosis: water movement through a membrane.
  • Active transport: moves substances against concentration gradients using ATP.

Endocytosis and Exocytosis

  • Endocytosis: uptake of substances into the cell via vesicles.
  • Exocytosis: secretion of substances from the cell.

Skin Anatomy

  • Functions: protection, temperature regulation, sensation, vitamin D synthesis, immunity.
  • Layers: epidermis, dermis (papillary and reticular), subcutaneous layer.

Glandular Functions

  • Sebaceous glands: discharge oil.
  • Sweat glands: regulate temperature via meocrine (sweat) and apocrine (on hair follicles) glands.

Bone and Growth Disorders

  • Rickets: insufficient vitamin D in children; results in weak, bowed bones.
  • Osteoporosis: bone density loss, common in aging populations, particularly Caucasian women.
  • Achondroplasia: genetic condition causing dwarfism due to halted long bone growth.

Ossification Processes

  • Endochondral ossification: cartilage transformed into bone.
  • Intramembranous ossification: bone grows within a membrane, forming flat bones (e.g., skull).

Growth Hormone

  • Stimulates liver to produce somatomedin, promoting cartilage growth and bone elongation at growth plates.

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Test your knowledge on the fundamental components of cells, including nucleoplasm, cytoplasm, and organelles. This quiz will cover definitions and functions of cellular structures to help deepen your understanding of biology.

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