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Osteoporosis results from which of the following?
What results from a catalyst being used in a chemical reaction?
Reaction is completed in a shorter amount of time
Urea is derived from which of the following?
Breakdown of amino acids in the liver
What is a function of the circulatory system?
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Scientists rely on which of the following to provide critical feedback when revising scientific explanations?
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What describes the product of Ca + H2SO4?
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What can digest an enzyme?
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Where is genetic information describing the characteristics of an organism found?
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Which epidermal layer is responsible for skin color?
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What occurs when the thyroid gland releases calcitonin?
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What types of bonds link base pair nucleotides within a double strand of DNA?
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What is excreted by sweat glands in response to the breakdown of proteins and the formation of ammonia?
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Which digestive system structure releases amylase?
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Where is the problem indicated if an individual cell can make copies of its genetic information but is unable to produce encoded proteins?
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Which organ is responsible for the secretion of insulin?
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What connects the uterus to the vagina?
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What is the term for the type of transport through aquaporins embedded in the plasma membrane of the cell in a hypertonic solution?
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Which hormones and secretory cells are responsible for lowering blood glucose levels?
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Which organic compounds are used to manufacture steroid hormones in the body?
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What is the insulating sheath that facilitates the rapid movement of the action potential down the axon?
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How many electrons are found in a boron atom with an atomic number of 5 and a mass number of 11?
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What number is indicated on a graduated cylinder picture (missing context from the original question)?
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What does a basal shape indicate in relation to flagella?
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What are the two major parts of the nervous system?
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Where does gas exchange occur?
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What is the correct order of events in bone repair?
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What occurs when the diaphragm contracts?
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Which gland from the male secretes fluid into the urethra to neutralize acidity?
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What is the function of a neuron?
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Where does fertilization occur?
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What does the body make when exposed to sunlight?
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Where are red blood cells made?
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What occurs during tubular reabsorption?
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What is an example of a long bone?
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Which of the following is a part of the pulmonary system?
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Study Notes
Osteoporosis
- Caused by a decline in osteoblast activity, leading to weakened bone density.
Catalysis
- A catalyst accelerates chemical reactions, allowing them to complete in a shorter time frame.
Urea Production
- Urea forms from the breakdown of amino acids in the liver, playing a crucial role in nitrogen excretion.
Circulatory System Functions
- One primary function is to transport hormones throughout the body.
Scientific Revisions
- Scientists depend on peer review to receive critical feedback for refining scientific explanations.
Chemical Reaction
- The reaction of calcium and sulfuric acid produces calcium sulfate.
Parasitic Worms
- A hypothesis suggests that worm infestations can reduce the severity of some autoimmune disorders.
Enzyme Digestion
- Proteases are enzymes capable of digesting proteins.
Genetic Information
- The genetic information delineating an organism's traits is located within the nuclei of its cells.
Skin Color
- The stratum basale layer of the epidermis is responsible for determining skin color.
Calcitonin Release
- The release of calcitonin from the thyroid gland promotes the building of bone tissue.
DNA Bonding
- Hydrogen bonds link nucleotide base pairs within the double-stranded structure of DNA.
Sweat Gland Excretion
- Urea is excreted by sweat glands as a response to protein breakdown and ammonia formation.
Amylase Release
- Salivary glands are responsible for releasing the enzyme amylase, aiding in carbohydrate digestion.
Ribosome Functions
- An inability to produce encoded proteins while copying genetic information indicates a potential issue with ribosomes.
Insulin Secretion
- The pancreas secretes insulin, which is vital for regulating blood glucose levels.
Connective Structure
- The cervix connects the uterus to the vagina, playing a key role in the reproductive system.
Osmosis
- Osmosis is the movement of water through aquaporins in a hypertonic solution, influencing cell volume.
Blood Glucose Regulation
- Insulin, secreted by B cells, is responsible for lowering blood glucose levels.
Steroid Hormone Production
- Cholesterol serves as the organic compound necessary for the synthesis of steroid hormones in the body.
Myelin Function
- Myelin is the insulating sheath that allows for rapid transmission of action potentials along the axon.
Boron Electrons
- A boron atom with an atomic number of 5 and a mass number of 11 contains 5 electrons.
Graduated Cylinder Measurement
- Measurement from a graduated cylinder shows a volume of 38 units.
Basal Shape of Cells
- Flagella serve as a basal shape structure, enabling movement.
Nervous System Parts
- The two major components of the nervous system are the Peripheral and Central nervous systems.
Gas Exchange
- Gas exchange occurs in the alveoli, where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged.
Bone Repair Process
- The process of bone repair follows this order: hematoma, fibrocartilage callus, bony callus, and remodeling.
Diaphragm Function
- Contraction of the diaphragm increases the volume of the thoracic cavity, facilitating inhalation.
Male Gland Function
- The bulbourethral gland secretes fluid into the urethra to neutralize acidity.
Neuron Function
- Neurons transmit sensory information throughout the nervous system.
Fertilization Site
- Fertilization of the egg typically occurs in the fallopian tube.
Vitamin D Production
- The body synthesizes vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, essential for bone health.
Red Blood Cell Production
- Red blood cells are produced in the bone marrow, crucial for oxygen transport.
Tubular Reabsorption
- During tubular reabsorption, useful materials are reabsorbed back into the bloodstream.
Long Bone Example
- The femur is a classic example of a long bone in the human body.
Pulmonary System Components
- The pulmonary vein is a significant part of the pulmonary system, transporting oxygenated blood to the heart.
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