Final Exam Cumulative s25

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What is the role of sensory reception in maintaining homeostasis?

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Sensory reception helps maintain homeostasis by transmitting signals to the brain for response and regulation.

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How does blood carry oxygen and what protein is involved?

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Blood carries oxygen by binding it to hemoglobin in red blood cells.

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How many codons are there and how many amino acids do they code for?

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There are 64 codons and 20 amino acids.

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What is science?

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Science is the study of the natural world through observation and experiment.

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What is the function of human growth hormone (hGH)?

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hGH stimulates growth and cell reproduction.

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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 function of hemoglobin in the blood?

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Hemoglobin binds to oxygen in red blood cells and transports it to tissues.

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Define a codon.

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A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides that corresponds to a specific amino acid.

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What is the difference between a hormone and a neurotransmitter?

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Hormones are chemical messengers released into the bloodstream, while neurotransmitters are released at synapses to transmit signals between neurons.

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What is the significance of the anterior pituitary gland?

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The anterior pituitary gland produces hormones that regulate various physiological processes, including growth and metabolism.