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14 Cards in this Set
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The continuity of a species' life is dependent on?
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the reproductive system
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Homeostasis in living organisms involves processes that:
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maintain a constant internal environment
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The following statements are TRUE about ALL living organisms EXCEPT that they:
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have a cell wall as an outer boundary
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The study of the human body observed with the naked eye is called
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gross anatomy
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A self-amplifying chain of physiological events is called:
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positive feedback
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Which of the following represents the correct hierarchical order from least complex to most complex?
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atoms --> molecules --> cells --> tissues --> organs
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Which of the following represents a negative feedback response by the humans to help lower body temperature?
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vasodilation
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Which of the following is most similar to the positive feedback effect in human physiology?
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starting a bonfire with only a single match
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The presence of receptors and effectors is essential to which of the following characteristics of living organisms?
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responsiveness
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Study of the microscopic structure of tissues and organs is called:
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cytology
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When a physician listens to your heart sounds, he or she is using the technique called:
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auscultation
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Shivering to try to raise your body temperature back to normal would be an example of:
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a) the body trying to maintain homeostasis
and c) a negative feedback mechanism |
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All living organisms exhibit the following characteristics EXCEPT:
metabolism reproduction tissues cells |
tissues
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All of the following are human organ systems EXCEPT:
skeletal endocrine epidermal reproductive |
epidermal
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