Miscellaneous other info Flashcards

1
Q

What are the kingdoms of life

The Robert Whittaker ones

A

Plantae, Fungi, Animalia, Protista, Monera

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What are the 6 main elements of life

A

C, H, O, N, P, S

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3
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How much of the cell is water

A

70% or more

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4
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Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes

A

Type 1
Not enough insulin is produced (typically autoinmune)
● Glucose cannot enter insulin-dependent tissues and it accumulates in the blood
● ~10% of diabetes mellitus cases

Type 2
● Enough insulin is produced
Insulin-dependent cells do not respond to insulin
● Glucose cannot enter insulin-dependent tissues and it accumulates in the blood
● ~90% of diabetes mellitus cases

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