Midterm Review

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What type of cells carry oxygen in the blood?

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Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body.

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Any organism that causes disease like a virus or bacteria is called:

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A pathogen is any organism that can cause disease.

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Which structure is made by the human immune system to fight a pathogen?

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Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system to neutralize pathogens.

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What is the energy that is produced in cell respiration?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, produced during cellular respiration.

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Chemical messengers, mostly those manufactured by the endocrine glands, that are produced in one tissue and affect another are called:

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Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate various functions in the body.

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What is the function of white blood cells?

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White blood cells are part of the immune system and help the body fight infections.

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What is the role of the antigen in the immune response?

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Antigens are substances that trigger an immune response, often found on the surface of pathogens.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen.

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What is the function of insulin in the body?

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Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.