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macro evolution

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evolutionary relationships among higher species

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micro evolution

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changes in gene frequency

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population

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members of a single species occupying a particular area at the same time

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gene pool

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all of the alleles (DNA traits) in a population

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p2

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homozygous dominant 25%

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2pq

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heterozygous 50%

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q2

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homozygous recessive 25%

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1

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total population size

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conditions to maintain a 1:2:1 gene frequency

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no mutations, no genetic drift, no gene flow, random mating, no selection

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how does one change the 1:2:1 gene frequency

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mutations, genetic drift, gene flow, non-random mating, natural selection

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differential reproduction

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organisms with the best adaptations are most likely to survive & reproduce

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stabilizing selection

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selects for the heterozygous & selects against homozygous dominant & recessive (gene frequency is 0:4:0)

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directional selection

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selects against heterozygous and selects either homozygous dominant (4:0:0) or recessive (0:0:4)

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disruptive selection

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selects for both homozygous & against heterozygous (2:0:2)

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allopatric speciation

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require the presence of a physical barrier (the physical barrier reduces genetic flow)

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sympatric speciation

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does not require the presence of a physical barrier; reproductive isolating mechanisms reduce interbreeding

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speciation

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development of a new species

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predating isolating mechanisms

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mechanisms that prevent mating between species

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habitat isolation

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organisms in the same area but different parts of that area

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temporal isolation

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when two species breed at different times of day, season or years

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behavioral isolation

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they are not attracted to each other

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mechanical isolation

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genitals may not be physically compatible

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postmating isolation mechanisms

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mechanisms that prevent the formation of vigorous, fertile hybrids between species

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gamete isolation

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even if they are physically compatible, an embryo will not form if the egg and sperm do not properly fuse

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zygote mortality

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even if the fertilization occurs, the offspring may not survive

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hybrid sterility

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if the zygote survive, it may not reproduce

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f2 fitness

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if hybrid is able to reproduce, its offspring may not survive

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ecology

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allows one to study the interactions of organisms with the environment

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ecosystem

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contains communities & non living things

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30
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biosphere

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potion of the earths surface where living things exist

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terrestrial biomes are characterized by

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climate, vegetation & type of animals

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32
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estuaries

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where rivers meet sea

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ocean zones

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intertidal, pelagic, benthic

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34
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intertidal zones

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where land meets water

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pelagic zones

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open ocean

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36
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benthic zone

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seafloor

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population ecology

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factors that influence a population size, growth rate of the population, density, & features of the population structure

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population dynamics

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focuses on the relationships that exist among the different species in a community

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39
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lag phase

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the organism is adjusting to the environment; plenty of space & nutrients

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40
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log phase

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exponential growth; space & nutrients will begin to decrease

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stationary phase

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carrying capacity of the land; population size does not increase or decrease. birth=death

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population dependent growth factor

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facts that affect population density include logistic growth & carrying capacity of land

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43
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population independent growth facor

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population growth is limited by natural disasters

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44
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competition

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two populations compete for the same resources

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45
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interspecific competition

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competition between members of different species

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intraspecific completion

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competition between members of the same species

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symbiotic relationship

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the relationship between two species that live in close association with each other

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parasitism

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a relationship between two organisms of different species where one benefits & the other is harmed

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commensalism

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a relationship between two organisms in which one organism benefits & the other is unaffected

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mutualism

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a relationship between two species in which bot species benefit

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basic body plan

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the body can be divided in to different components-cavities, tissue types & systems

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cavities

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spaces within the body which contain organs or viscera

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dorsal cavity

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back or posterior body surface & divided into cranial & vertebral/spinal cavity

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cranial cavity

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hold the brain & vertebral/spinal cavity

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ventral cavity

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front or anterior & divided into thoracic/chest cavity & abdominopelvic cavity

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abdominal cavity

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contains stomach, intestines, spleen & liver & other organs

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pelvic cavity

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contains urinary bladder, reproductive organs & rectum

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scrotal cavity

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found only in males-contains the male reproductive organs

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epithelial tissue

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a body tissue that covers the surfaces of the body inside & out; responsible for secretions & absorption

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squamous cell

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irregular shape, flattened edges

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cuboidal cell

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cube shaped cells

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columnar cell

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column shaped cells

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muscle tissue

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composed of muscle fibers; most abundant tissue type

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skeletal tissue

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attached to bones by tendons; responsible for voluntary movements; striped or striated in appearance

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cardiac tissue

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forms the contractile tissue of the heart; striated in appearance; under involuntary contraction

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smooth tissue

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lack of stations, walls of digestive tract, urinary bladder, & arteries; involuntary control

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nervous tissue

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forms a communication & coordination within the body; main cell is a neuron

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connective tissue

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synthesizes the matrix; small amount of cells scattered through the matrix

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loose connective tissue

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most common, holds organs in place

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adipose connective tissue

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provides insulation for the body & contains fat

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blood connective tissue

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fluid extracellular matrix used to transport substances throughout the body

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integumentary system

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skin, primary defense against infection, largest system

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skeletal system

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support body structure & protects organs

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muscular system

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produces movement & body heat

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nervous system

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detect changes inside & outside the body

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endocrine system

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produces hormones which regulate body activity

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digestive system

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converts food into molecules that can be absorbed by cells

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respiratory system

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exchanges gases between air & blood

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circulatory system

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transports materials to & from cells; helps stabilize the internal pH & temp

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lymphatic system (immune system)

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defends the body against infection

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urinary system

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maintain the volume & composition of the internal environment; excretion of fluid & blood-bone waste

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reproductive system

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females: produce eggs
males: produce & transfer sperm

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assimilation

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using absorbed food for growth

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chemical digestion

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enzymes break down food into small molecules that the body can use

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amylase

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enzyme in saliva that breaks the chemical bonds in carbs

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lipid digestion

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begins in the stomach, completed in the small intestines

87
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the gall bladder releases ___ to aid in lipid digestion

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bile

88
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lipid—->_____+3_____

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glycerol & 3 fatty acids

89
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protein digestion

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starts in stomach & completed in small intestine

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protease

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enzyme that digests protein

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zymogen

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inactive form of an enzyme

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organs of the alimentary canal

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mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine

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salivary gland

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secretes saliva for digestion of starch

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fundus

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enlarged posterior portion of stomach

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body

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central portion of the stomach

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pylorus

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narrow inferior portion of stomach (bottom)

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function of stomach

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regulation of a slow, controlled emptying of food into the intestine

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parietal cells secrete

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hydrochloric acid

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chief cells secrete

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pepsinogen

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small intestines

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chemical digestion and nutrient absorption; one inch in diameter & 20 feet long

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duodenum

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first 10 to 12 inches of the small intestine

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jejunum

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next 8 feet of small intestine

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ileum

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last 12 feet of small intestine

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large intestine

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reclaims water; 2 1/2 inches diameter & 5-6 feet long

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cecum

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first 2-3 inches of large intestine

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colon

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middle 5 feet of large intestine

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rectum

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last 7-8 inches of large intestine

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liver

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site of cholesterol synthesis & detoxify body

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systemic circulation

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carry blood away from the heart & body

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pancreas

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produces several enzymes, produce bicarbonate to neutralize the acidic gastric juices, make insulin which controls blood sugar levels

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heart

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composed of cardiac muscle tissue

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right side of heart

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handles oxygen poor or carbon dioxide rich blood (body)

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left side of heart

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handles only oxygen rich or carbon dioxide poor blood (lungs)

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arteries

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carry blood away from the heart

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arterioles

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small vessels that receive blood from the arteries

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veins

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blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart

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venules

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small vessels that gather blood from the capillaries into the veins

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capillaries

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where gas exchange occurs

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pulmonary circulation

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flow of blood from the heart to the lungs & back to the heart

120
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where the heart is relaxed

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diastole

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when the heart contracts

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systole

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blood pressure

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created by beating of the heart

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blood pressure ranges between ___ systolic

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110 & 140 mm Ha

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blood pressure ranges between ___ diastolic

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70-90 mm Ha

125
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low blood pressure

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systolic pressure of 100 or below

126
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high blood pressure

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hypertension; 140 mm Hg or higher

127
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pulse

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the rhythmic stretching go the Arties caused by the pressure of blood during contraction of ventricles in systole

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composition of blood

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55% plasma 45% formed elements

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composition of plasma

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90% water & 10% dissolved substances (salts, proteins, ions, hormones)

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red blood cells

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blood cells that carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells

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white blood cells

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blood cells that perform the function of destroying disease causing microorganisms

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platelets

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blood clotting

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