hfchapter 4 Flashcards
catabolism is?
when a large molecule is BROKEN DOWN into smaller molecules.
metabolic pathways are?
multiple chemical reactions one following another to produce a FINAL PRODUCT.
transcription is?
process of coping the genetic information of DNA to RNA molecules.
what are the types of supporting connective tissue?
cartilage and bone
which of the following are function of the integumentary system?
absorption, sensory reception, and secretion.
two types of osseous tissues are?
spongy bones and compact bones.
Cofactors of enzymes are?
small organic molecules and elements.
enzymes work by?
lowering the activation energy.
what are the three main categories of connective tissues?
connective tissue prospers, supporting connective tissues and liquid connective tissues.
neural tissues are specialized for?
electoral impulse conduction (nerve impulse).
which tissue is specialized for sensory reception?
nervous tissue.
what are the three types of muscle tissue?
cardiac, smooth and skeletal
the way to classify epiphytal cells is shape and number of layers.
true.
the layer of skin that contains papillary and reticular layers is the?
dermis.
what is the organ of the integumentary system?
skin.
melanocytes respond to UV radiation by?
increasing melanin production.
which vitamin is produced in the epidermis and necessary for the absorption of calcium?
viaticum D.
skin is involved with the primary homeostatic function of regulating temperature,
goosebumps and vesications/ vasoconstriction of dermal blood vessels.
how are bones classified?
by their shape.
the function unit of compact bones?
osteon.
how many pairs of true ribs are there?
7
what is the function of the skeletal system?
mineral storage, structure support, and protection.
the appendicular skeleton consist of?
the upper and lower limbs, pectoral and pelvic girdles.
tissues
group of similar cells with common function
