Basic Concepts of Anatomy and Physiology

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, not nucleic acids.

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What is the main function of the hypothalamus?

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The hypothalamus controls temperature, sleep, and appetite.

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What is the smallest functional unit of all living things?

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The smallest functional unit of all living things is the cell.

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What is the study of how the body and its parts function?

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The study of how the body and its parts function is called physiology.

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What is peristalsis?

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Peristalsis is the contraction of muscles in the digestive system that propels food through the digestive tract.

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What is the difference between anatomy and physiology?

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Anatomy is the study of the structure of body parts, while physiology is the study of their functions.

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What role do enzymes play in the body?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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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 rest of the body and return carbon dioxide to the lungs.

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What is the role of the heart in the circulatory system?

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The heart pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues.