BIOS 251 Anatomy and Physiology Exam 1 updated 2024 with Correct Answers
What is anatomy and physiology? - ANS: • Anatomy-study of the structures of the human body. • Physiology-Study of the function and working of those structures. Define buffer - ANS: form chemical systems that absorb excess acids or bases to maintain a relatively stable pH, maintains homeostasis Define metabolism - ANS: refers to the whole sum of reactions that occur throughout the body within each cell and they provide the body with energy. Define homeostasis - ANS: Maintaining a stable internal environment, maintains state of balance Define differentiation - ANS: The process by which cells become progressively more specialized; a normal process through which cells mature
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