Anatomy review

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the ability of the body to maintain stable internal conditions, such as temperature and pH, despite changes in the external environment.

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Which organ is responsible for filtering blood?

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The kidneys are responsible for filtering blood and removing waste products.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water across a semi-permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What is endocytosis?

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Endocytosis is a form of active transport where the cell membrane engulfs molecules, forming a vesicle to bring those molecules into the cell.

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What is the function of veins?

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Veins are blood vessels that carry blood towards the heart.

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What is the role of the kidneys in the body?

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The kidneys filter blood, remove waste, and regulate fluid balance and electrolytes.

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Define active transport.

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Active transport is the movement of molecules across a cell membrane from a region of lower concentration to a region of higher concentration, requiring energy.

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What is the difference between arteries and veins?

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Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood towards the heart.

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the passive movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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Red blood cells transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and carry carbon dioxide back to the lungs.