Physiology SCI 221 Final Exam Questions And Answers

Physiology SCI 221 Final Exam Questions And Answers Absorption - ANS The passage of material into a cell; the passage of nutrients from the intestines into the blood vessels associated with them. Acclimation - ANS The habituation of an organism or animal to another climate i.e. becoming acclimated e.g. as in behavior. Acid-Base Balance - ANS The maintenance of the correct ratio of acids to bases in the blood to maintain the correct pH. Active Transport - ANS The movement of ions or molecules across a cell membrane into a region of higher concentration, assisted by enzymes and requiring energy ACTH - ANS Adrenocorticotropic hormone. Aerobic - ANS In oxygen - usually refers to organic chemical reactions or to microorganisms that operate in the presence of oxygen. Anabolism (Anabolic) - ANS The constructive chemical processes in living organisms that involves the formation of complex molecules from simpler ones, and the taking up and storage of energy Anaerobic - ANS Without oxygen; usually refers to organic chemical reactions or microorganisms that operate in the absence of oxygen. Anastomosis - ANS Joining together of adjacent tubes e.g. bronchi. Anterior Pituitary Gland - ANS A major organ of the endocrine system that secretes 6 hormones: GH growth hormone, PRL prolactin, FSH follicle stimulating hormones, LH luteinizing hormone, ACTH adrenocorticotropic hormone, TSH thyroid stimulating hormone Articulate - ANS To form a mobile joint usually with two surfaces in contact or close association. B Cells - ANS Al