EOY Y7 Revision biology Flashcards
What is the role for alveoli
To carry out gas exchange
where does respiration take place
Mitochondria
What is the length of the menstrual cycle
28 days
what is the placenta
where the oxygen and nurtrience for the foetus is
What is the umbilical cord
The cord that carries the oxygen and nutrience from the placenta to the developing foetus
What connects bones to bones in a joint
Ligaments
What connects muscles to bones in a joint
tendons
What is the thing on the end of a bone to reduce friction
articular cartilage
What stops the articular cartilage from rubbing and wearing away
Synovial fluid
Name 3 types of joints
Hinge, pivot, ball and socket
What holds up the anther
the filament
What produces pollen
the anther
What is the male gamete of a plant
the anther
What is the female gamete of a plant
stigma
What is the female gamete of a human
egg cell
what is the male gamete of a human
sperm cell