3/11/13 Adrenal glands- on top of kidneys - attached to kidneys via connective tissue capsule -cortex- stimulated by ACTH 3 layers 1. - zona glomerulosa - releases mineral corticoids - aldosterone: anti-diuretic. Retain na+ --> leads to h2o retention (Low levels of aldosterone)-->. Hypovolemia- low blood volume-->. leads to low blood pressure 2. - zona fasciculata- glucocorticoids - cortisone‚ cortisol -resist
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D2. Explain the importance of homeostasis in maintaining the healthy functioning of the body. Homeostasis is vital for the maintenance of healthy functioning of the body. It is important the body keeps to a narrow range of variables‚ and without it ‚ chemical reactions and metabolic processes within the body cannot be carried out properly‚ which can cause disease and complications. If the body cannot maintain its temperature‚ this can cause the person to overheat‚ resulting in hyperthermia. This
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BIOS256 Week 2 LAB EXERCISE Introduction to Chemical Digestion Directions: a. Click the Contents button. b. Open the Digestive System File. c. Click Animations. d. Click Introduction to Chemical Digestion. Introduction 1. Explain the function of chemical digestion. The function is to break down food‚ using enzymes and other digestive chemicals to reduce food into particle nutrients molecules that be absorbed and move it through the digestive tract. Digestive Chemicals
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Unit 5 Reading Guide Questions Which minerals are stored in bones? Triglycerides‚ calcium phosphate‚ and calcium hydroxide are all stored in the bones as mineral salts Which types of bones provides a large‚ flat surface area for muscle attachment? Flat bones such as the scapulae have large‚ flat surface area for muscle attachment. Describe the location‚ composition‚ and function of the epiphyseal plate. The epiphyseal plate is located in the metaphysis‚ and is composed of hyaline cartilage
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Anatomy and Physiology of Central Nervous System and Complex Nervous Activity PSY 119 Spring 2015 Professor: Elena Molchanova‚ MD Office: Main Building‚ 209 Office phone: 663309 (*239) Email: molchanova_e@auca.kg‚ emolchanova2009@gmail.com Office hours: by appointment Course language: English Classes: Monday‚ Wednesday‚ Friday 9.00 – 9.45 Credits: 6 Prerequisites: no Course status: required Course materials Main textbook 1: Carlson‚ N. (2007). Physiology of Behavior‚ 9th edition (downloaded
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Introduction: The purpose is to identify and know the major anatomical and physiological features of the dissected fetal pig. Another purpose is to comprehend the relationship between structure and function in the body and relate concepts to the structures found in the fetal pig. We must recognize how the different systems in the body work together and develop so the body maintains in homeostasis. Materials: Fetal pig‚ dissecting kit‚ safety goggles‚ latex gloves and paper towels.
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volunteered to work for San Antonio Hospital in the ER Department. Patient John Doe was brought by the ambulance after he collapsed at work. The triage nurse is assessing him for further evaluation by the ER Physician on duty. Based on your study of Anatomy and using your critical thinking skills‚ you were given the following criteria about Mr. Doe: 1. Personal History: 65 years old‚ married with two children. 2. Medical History: Diabetes Mellitus‚ Hypertension‚ Renal Stones‚ Anemia‚ Acne‚ Prostatic
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This essay will outline the functions of the main cell components‚ these consist of the nucleus‚ nuclear membrane‚ mitochondria‚ lysosomes‚ Golgi apparatus‚ cell membrane‚ ribosomes‚ cytoplasm and endoplasmic reticulum both rough and smooth. Images: [3] Every human body has billions of microscopic units called cells. Cells carry out numerous of chemical reactions and processes that make up the essence of life. The structure of cells varies in size and shape and has different functions. There
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Week 4 Chapter Questions Assignment Instructions: Type your answers IN BOLD‚ following the selected Checkpoint questions. Week 1 Chapter 1 1. What is the basic difference between anatomy and physiology? (p. 2) ANSWER: Anatomy is the study of body structure and Physiology is the study of body function. 2. Define each of the following terms: atom‚ molecule‚ cell‚ tissue‚ organ‚ system‚ and organism. (p. 6) ANSWER: atoms‚ the smallest units of matter that participate in chemical reactions
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What genetic mutations produce the greatest risk of skin cancer? Cancer begins when one or more genes in a cell mutate. This either creates an abnormal protein or no protein at all‚ which causes mutated cells to multiply uncontrollably. The Most common gene to carry skin cancer would be the MC1R (melanocortin-1 receptor). Increasing evidence is showing that the greater number of variations in this gene‚ the greater the risk for melanoma. It also carries a more moderate risk that the CDKN2A mutation
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