I. Kidney Anatomy A. Every day the kidneys filter nearly 200 liters of fluid from the bloodstream‚ allowing toxins‚ metabolic wastes‚ and excess ions to leave the body in urine while returning needed substances to the blood; of this‚ only 1-2 L of urine is actually formed daily B. Location and External Anatomy 1. Kidneys - bean-shaped organs that lie retroperitoneal in the superior lumbar region. 2. The medial surface is concave and has a renal
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REVIEW SHEET EXERCISE 1 Cell Transport Mechanisms and Permeability 1. Match each of the definitions in Column A with the appropriate term in Column B. Column A Column B __E___ term used to describe a solution that has a lower concentration of solutes compared to another solution ___G__ term used to describe a solution that has a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution ___A__ the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
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9.01 Brings oxygenated air to the alveoli. Removes air containing carbon dioxide. Filters‚ warms‚ and humidifies the air. Produces sound (speech). Helps with sense of smell. Assists to regulate the pH within the blood. 9.02 Nose- Nares/Nostrils- Allow entrance for air. Nasal Cavity- Lined with mucous & ciliated epithelium. Air is filtered‚ warmed‚ and humidified. Nasopharynx- Part of the throat serving only as a passageway for air. Pharynx- Throat. 3 Passageways that serve for air
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Lecture 7 1. What are the equations for a. b. atmospheric fixation c. biological fixation 2. 3. Why is unused ammonia or nitrate dangerous 4. Nitrate reductase d. e. Describe the structure f. How is it activated g. How does it perform its job h. How is it regulated 5. How are the levels of nitrate diff in parts of a plant 6. What are steps of the assimilation of nitrogen 7. What are the two types of GOGAT and
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Aviation Physiology Aviation physiology is an important study for pilots‚ flight attendants‚ and other crewmembers. Its study is often brushed over during initial training. The current FAA Knowledge Examination system emphasizes multiple choice knowledge at the expense of a deeper understanding. The course will give you a chance to explore aviation physiology in a more focused manner. Physiology is the biological study of a living organism‚ in whole or in part. Aviation physiology is narrowed
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Skeletal System Study Guide – Use the lecture folder to help you answer these questions. The more detail you add‚ the better prepared for the test you will be. 1. What are the functions of the skeleton? The five functions of the skeleton are: protecting the vital body organs‚ giving shape to the body and providing support to body organs and holding the body upright. Others are facilitating movement and producing of blood. The latter function is done in the bone marrow. 2. What is the difference
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Muscle Test #1 Study Guide 1. What are the primary functions of muscles? What are skeletal muscles made of? Five Skeletal Muscle Functions 1.Produce movement of the skeleton •By pulling on tendons that then move bones 2.Maintain posture and body position 3.Support soft tissues •With the muscles of the abdominal wall and the pelvic floor 4.Guard entrances and exits •In the form of sphincters 5.Maintain body temperature •When contraction occurs‚ energy is used and converted to heat
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Gross Anatomy of the Central Nervous System Laszlo Vass‚ Ed.D. Version 42-0011-00-01 Lab RepoRt assistant This document is not meant to be a substitute for a formal laboratory report. The Lab Report Assistant is simply a summary of the experiment’s questions‚ diagrams if needed‚ and data tables that should be addressed in a formal lab report. The intent is to facilitate students’ writing of lab reports by providing this information in an editable file which
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Anatomy and PhysiologyHuman Brain The anatomy of the brain is complex due its intricate structure and function. Thisamazing organ acts as a control center by receiving‚ interpreting‚ and directing sensoryinformation throughout the body. There are three major divisions of the brain. They arethe forebrain‚ the midbrain‚ and the hindbrain. Anatomy of the Brain: Brain Divisions The forebrain is responsible for a variety of functions including receiving andprocessing sensory information‚ thinking
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Anatomy of the Nervous System Structure of the Vertebrate Nervous System • Neuroanatomy is the anatomy of the nervous system. • Refers to the study of the various parts of the nervous system and their respective function(s). • The nervous system consists of many substructures‚ each comprised of many neurons. Structure of the Vertebrate Nervous System • Terms used to describe location when referring to the nervous system include: – Ventral: toward the stomach – Dorsal: toward the back –
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