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First Aid & CPR
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A person's _____ may become slurred during a stroke. . You should lean ______ during a nose bleed.. Will help to keep blood flowing throughout the body that carries oxygen. . You should encourage a person to keep doing this if they are choking. . Using this can help to ensure elevation to an injured arm. .
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Five Senses
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we can ....... with our ears. the glass feels....... fire engine sounds ........ smell sense. taste sense.
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Food and Digestion
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This organ produces enzymes for use in digestion . This food contains a lot of protein . This is found in dairy products and is needed for healthy bones. These are needed in small amounts to keep your body healthy . This organ produces bile .
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Foot and Ankle
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Both longitudinal arches are supported by this which is superficially located and runs from the calcaneus forward to the proximal phalanges. Made up of the five metatarsals and all of the phalanges. Made up of the talus and calcaneus and first part of foot to hit the ground in the gait cycle. Loss of the medial longitudinal arch. Joint that consists of the inferior surface of the talus articulating with the superior surface of the calcaneus.
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Founders' Son
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Formal end to slavery. Gave each state 30,000 acres. When a president is killed. Railroad trackage that crosses a continental land mass with terminals at different oceans or continental borders. 16th President.
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Fractures
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when the bone is diseased or weakened it is known as. fracture type where the bone breaks and pierces through the skin and becomes exposed. when the bone breaks and the two ends are pushed into each other...common in children. when the bone breaks in the shape caused from a twisting direction. fracture most commonly seen in athletes and comes from repeated stress on the bone.
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Francisella
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This is a bactericidal antibiotic used against Francisella that works by irreversibly binding the 30S subunit of the bacterial ribosome, interrupting protein synthesis. . It is the preferred liquid media for Francisella.. It is the most common clinical sign of tularaemia.. It is the animal reservoir of Francisella.. It is an immune response of Francisella that does not involve antibodies, but rather involves the activation of phagocytes, antigen-specific cytotoxic T-lymphocytes, and the release of various cytokines in response to an antigen..
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Gastrulation
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The mesoderm that is formed from proliferating cells from sides of primitive node and streak. A membrane structure that marks the site of the future oral cavity. This structure gives rigidity and serves as a basis for the development of the axial skeleton. Which cells are replaced by endoderm cells during gastrulation?. The direction in which cells invaginating in the primitive pit move.
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Gene Regulation
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Name the mechanisms according to their descriptions.
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Lipid molecule that enters the nucleus and sends signals to other cells (volume). DNA segment located far away from the gene it regulates (on). Prevent protein synthesis from happening (off). When a phosphate group from ATP transfers to a molecule (on). When the range is increased (volume).
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Gene Regulation
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increases strength/thickness of cells ex: glucocorticoid. improves rate of transcription when bound by specific proteins. prevents transcription from taking place. production of multiple cells from one cell. proteins that affect and regulate the transcription of genes.
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General and Special Senses
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free nerve endings that react to temperature. the type of thermoreceptors that are less numerous. the type of axons that carry fast pain. glands whose secretions absorb water and form mucus. receptors that provide sensations of touch, pressure, and vibration.
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Genes, Genomes and Genetics
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the step of PCR when primers bind. genetic makeup of organism that determines phenotype. removed from mRNA by splicing. ________ disease - caused by a mutation in the HBB gene. the process of going from RNA to protein.
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Genetics
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What is the branch of biology that deals with the heredity of an organism?. Who discovers Alkaptonuria?. What do you call the physical characteristic of a living organism?. What do you call the organism that have 2 different alleles for a trait?. What do you call the instrument used to determine genetic process?.
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Genetics
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study of heredity. a specific characteristic of an individual . one of a number of different forms of a gene. two different alleles for a particular gene. used to predict probable combinations of alleles.
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Genetics
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Branch of biology concerned with the study of heredity and variation. Studies the structure, function, and evolution of genes and genomes. The RNA consists of the nitrogenous base _________ instead of thymine.. A form from the uncoiling of chromosome. Shortest stage of mitosis.
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Genetics & Heredity
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The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.. A distinguishing quality or characteristic.. A pair of genes where one is dominant and one is recessive.. The passing on of physical or mental characteristics from one generation to the next. . The set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment. .
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GI System
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Inflammation of appendix. Anti-diarrhoeal Agents. varicosities. Domain Three. gastro-oesophageal reflux disease .
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GI System
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Food enters the stomach via the _____ orifice.. Which structure of the digestive system synthesizes clotting factors and vitamin K necessary for hemostasis?. An element in saliva that protecst against tooth decay?. The _____ cells in the stomach secrete histamine. Which stimulus increases the tone of the esophageal sphincter?.
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Glands of the Endocrine system
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Produces insulin and glucagon, which control glucose metabolism. Makes parathormone, which helps keep calcium and phosphate levels normal. Makes hormones that help immune system develop, and produces T-cells. Makes Melatonin, which controls sleep cycles.. Produces estrogen and makes eggs in females.
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Hair and Fiber
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found in hair and nails. controls the amount of light going through the aperture; may be adjusted. created by forcing fiber forming materials through holes into the air, forming a thread.. the refraction of light in an anisotropic material (as calcite) in two slightly different directions to form two rays . large, flat area under the objectives.
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Head and Neck Anatomy
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Muscle of mastication. act of chewing. crackling or grinding sound. the cheekbone. contains tooth sockets.
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Hearing Terms
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the cochlea has a tonotopic arrangement with low frequency sounds processed toward the ______. medial geniculate body is a relay of the __________. firing pattern that resembles VIII nerve responses. post stimulus time histograms are plots of _________ response relative to the onset of a stimulus. the frequency specificity refers to the ability of the _______ to differentiate the various spectral components of a signal.
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Heart
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valve located at the opening of the right atrium of the heart into the right ventricle. pressure exerted by the blood upon walls of blood vessels. group of cells that perform a similar function. measure of cardiac activity. name of system that transports oxygen and nutrients to the body cell/smallest unit of life.
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Heart
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thin tubes in your body through which blood flows. blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body's cells, tissues, and organs. . vessels carrying blood toward the heart. a medical device for listening to the heart. to move all around in a pattern.
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Heart
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the fluid that circulates in the principal vascular system of human beings.. a vein conveying oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart.. two large veins discharging blood into the right atrium of the heart.. the two lower chambers on each side of the heart that receive blood from the atrium and in turn force it into the arteries.. a colorless, odorless, incombustible gas, present in the atmosphere and formed during respiration..
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Heart
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small vein. circulation: blood flow to the lungs and back. muscle of the heart wall. carries blood away from the heart. pumping chamber of the heart.
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Heart
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a large vein carrying deoxygenated blood into the heart.. each of the two main chambers of the heart, left and right. A muscular walled tube. is one of three major types of muscle, the others being skeletal and smooth muscle.. blood vessels.
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Heart and Lungs
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lungs a like a . heart and lungs give us . red in colour. the blood carries thousands of these around our body. we breath air into them.
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Heart of Science
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what is the name of the valve that prevent backflow of blood into the right atrium when the right ventricle contracts? (9). this structure connects the cusps of the AV valves to the ventricles (7,8). pointy region of the heart (4). the heart is composed of this type of muscle (7). how many chambers does the heart have? (4).
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Heat Emergencies
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What are nine signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?. What are nine signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?. What are nine signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?. What are nine signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?. What are nine signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?.
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Hematologic and Reproductive Systems
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____, the oxygen-carrying protein of the erythrocyte, constitues approximately 90% of the Cell's dry weight. is the development of red blood cells. ____is a comma-shaped structure that curves over the posterior portion of each testis. a polpeptide syntesized and secretd from the pituitary, helps maintain biosynthesis of testosterone. near the end of the luteal phase, leukocytes invade vaginal epithelium, remvoing the outer layers in a process termed.
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Hemispheric Specialisation & Neurons
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large structure incased in the skull that is made of billions of neurons. cable like column of nerve fibres that extends from the base of the brain to the lower back. . part of the neuron that sends information away from the cell body (soma) to other neurons.. fatty white substance that insulates the axon. chemicals released from synaptic knobs, that carry chemical information from one knob to another through the synapse.
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Hepatobiliary System
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diabetes, obesity and metabolic syndrome can cause. the second largest organ in the body. over half of the liver can be destroyed and it will. type of hepatitis that is the most common cause of liver cancer in the world. chronic disease of the liver that results in irreversible damage and loss of liver function.
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Hormones
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This is a response to a stimulus, preparing the body for sudden action. The ovaries produce this hormone. An organ that makes and releases hormones into the blood. This is part of the female reproductive system that releases egg cells and the hormones progesterone and oestrogen. This is when the pancreas does not produce insulin. It can be controlled by injecting insulin.
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How the Brain Learns
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the state of continuing to live or exist, especially in spite of difficult decisions. to devote or to surrender to something habitually or obsessvely. afraid or nervous, especially about what may happen. the power or process of remembering what has been learned. to feel angry, discouraged, or upset because of not being able to do something.
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Human Biology
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Propels food forward. Accounts for approximately 95% of these glucocorticoids. The third layer of GI tract tissue. A colored, disk-shaped muscle that determines how much light enters the eye. Hormone produced by the thyroid gland that cointains four molecules of iodine.
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Human Body
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the bone that covers the brain. the part that takes solid and liquid food into the body. the body system that changes food into fuel. the organ that gives food to the blood. the muscle that covers the back of the lower leg.
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Human Body
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a specialized bodily fluid that supplies essential substances and nutrients.. system of sex organs within an organism which work together for the purpose of sexual reproduction. . any of the fine threadlike strands growing from the skin of humans, mammals, and some other animals.. a band or bundle of fibrous tissue in a human or animal body that has the ability to contract, producing movement in or maintaining the position of parts of the body.. the network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body..
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Human Body
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Use the hints to solve the missing word and complete the crossword puzzle
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You smell using this.. This is what covers your teeth.. The ________ is above your ankle.. This is on top of your body.. This grows from your head..
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Human Body System
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a short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.. the tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes.. a short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.. The muscular system is an organ system consisting of skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles.. The framework of the body, consisting of bones and other connective tissues, which protects and supports the body tissues and internal organs. .
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Human Body Systems
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Cells in liquid that carry nutrients thoughout the body. Group of cells with the same job. Tissues that share the same task. Part of the body in the chest to help you breath. Carries blood away from the heart.
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Human Body Systems
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the system that fights off disease; composed of leukocytes, tonsils, adenoids, thymus, and spleen. pumping and channeling blood to and from the body and lungs with heart, blood, and blood vessels. the organism's ability to maintain a stable internal environment; water, temperature, glucose. barrier, protection, helps maintain homeostasis; skin, hair and nails. collecting, transferring and processing information with brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and nerves.
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Human Body Systems
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this matter carries oxygen and nutrients to all the parts of the body. two spongy air sacs where oxygen enters the bloodstream . the system that breaks down your food. the brain's messages travel along these. these hard structures protect the organs of your body.
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Human Body Systems
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Basic life functions of an organism are carried on by ______. Organ system responsible for transporting needed materials to the cells and carrying wastes away from the cells. Substance needed for all living things to survive. Organ system responsible for removing liquids and gaseous wastes from the body. Ability to maintain a stable internal environment.
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Human Body Systems
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a group of similar cells that perform the same function. chemical that affects growth and development, produced by endocrine gland. the basic unit of structure and function in life. to be in balance, homestasis. system that transports nutrients throughout the body.
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Human Body Systems
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The variable that stays the same in an experiment to compare the variables. This system moves nutrients and oxygen through your body. This organ brings oxygen into your body. The variable that is changed in a science experiment. The main part of the skeletal system.
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Human Body Systems
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This process requires oxygen (O2) in order to create ATP. It is iron-containing protein in red blood cells. Is a group of organs working together to convert food into energy and basic nutrients to feed the entire body. They are tiny sacs within our lungs that allow oxygen and carbon dioxide to move between the lungs and bloodstream. Is an airway in the respiratory tract that conducts air into the lungs.
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Human Body Systems
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Major Organs:Nose Trachea Bronchi Bronchioles Alveoli lungs. Take in food (Ingestion). Major Organs:Brain Spinal cord Nerves Nerve cells = neurons hypothalamus. Allows organisms to reproduce which prevents their species from becoming extinct.. Transport Materials to and from cells.
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Human Eye and the Colorful World
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__________ is also known as near - sightedness. the twinkling of stars is due to atmospheric __________ of starlight. the light sensitive membrane in the eye. a __________ is a natural spectrum appearing in the sky after a rain shower. ____________ arises due to gradual weakening of ciliary muscles.
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Human Immune System
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Also called immunoglobulins, these proteins lock onto specific antigens of invading pathogens. .. Released by phagocytes to communicate further immune responses in the brain. A type of phagocyte that engulfs invading pathogens . Your bodies built-in cellular defense. The first line of defense against pathogens. It is non-specific and includes physical, chemical and cellular barriers..
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