A and P FINAL!!

Front

What portion of an epithelial cell in the stomach is in contact with food?

Back

Apical surface

Front

How do phospholipids orient themselves in aqueous solutions?

Back

The polar heads face the interior and exterior of the cell with the tails forming the center of the membrane.

Front

What is the basic functional unit of living organisms?

Back

Cell

Front

What is the definition of homeostasis?

Back

The ability to maintain relatively stable internal conditions even though the outside world changes continuously.

Front

What occurs in glaucoma?

Back

The scleral venous sinus becomes blocked, intraocular pressure increases, and the retina and optic nerve are compressed.

Front

What is the role of the basal surface of epithelial cells?

Back

It anchors the epithelium to the underlying connective tissue.

Front

What is the function of the reticular lamina?

Back

It provides support and anchorage for the epithelial tissue.

Front

What are the two main types of epithelial tissue?

Back

Simple and stratified epithelium.

Front

What is the primary function of phospholipids in cell membranes?

Back

To form a bilayer that acts as a barrier to most water-soluble substances.

Front

What is the significance of the cell membrane's fluid mosaic model?

Back

It describes the structure of cell membranes as a mosaic of various components that move freely within the layer.