Lecture Exam 1 - Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Sugar and vitamins are an example of what?
A
molecules
2
Q
Proteins and DNA are an example of what?
A
macromolecules
3
Q
The small intestine is an example of what?
A
organ level
4
Q
All organisms must exchange what to for metabolism?
A
nutrients, waste and gases
5
Q
Dynamic equilibrium
A
body senses a change and activates mechanisms to reverse it
6
Q
Breast feeding is an example of
A
Postive feedback
7
Q
Diabetes is an example of what and why?
A
homeostatic imbalance; mechanisms for regulating blood glucose are not functioning normally
