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9.1 Case Study: Hormones and Health – Human Biology

WEBpituitary gland. , which controls other parts of the endocrine system through the hormones that it secretes, as well as how the pituitary itself is regulated by …

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16.6 Disorders of the Urinary System – Human Biology

WEBA. kidney stone. , (pictured in Figure 16.6.5) also known as a renal calculus, is a solid crystal that forms in a kidney from minerals in urine (see Figure 16.6.6). The …

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16.3 Introduction to the Urinary System – Human Biology

WEBThe actual human urinary system, also known as the renal system, is shown in Figure 16.3.2.The system consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The …

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Human Biology – Simple Book Publishing

WEBThis textbook begins with an introduction to sciences and the scientific method, and then addresses the human body in increasing scale: from biological …

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17.2 Introduction to the Immune System – Human Biology

WEBThe immune system is the body system that defends the human host from pathogens and cancerous cells. The. innate immune system. is a subset of the immune system that …

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12.5 Physical Exercise – Human Biology

WEBMany studies have shown that physical exercise is positively correlated with a diversity of health benefits. Some of these benefits include maintaining physical fitness, losing …

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7.8 Homeostasis and Feedback – Human Biology

WEB7.8 Summary. Homeostasis. is the condition in which a system (such as the human body) is maintained in a more or less steady state. It is the job of cells, tissues, organs, and …

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5.15 Genetic Disorders – Human Biology

WEBTable 5.15.1: Types of Genetic Disorders, Their Effects and Mode of Inheritance. Genetic Disorder. Direct Effect of Mutation. Signs and Symptoms of the Disorder. Mode of …

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6.6 Human Responses to High Altitude – Human Biology

WEBAir pressure decreases exponentially as altitude increases, as shown in the graph below (Figure 6.6.2). Figure 6.6.2 As altitude increases, atmospheric pressure decreases, …

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12.6 Disorders of the Muscular System – Human Biology

WEB12.6 Disorders of the Muscular System. Created by CK-12 Foundation/Adapted by Christine Miller. Figure 12.6.1 Devices can be a pain in the neck – literally. Pain in the Neck. …

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6.5 Variation in Blood Types – Human Biology

WEBA person with type AB blood does not produce either antibody, while a person with type O blood produces both anti-A and anti-B antibodies. Once the antibodies have been …

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3.12 Acids and Bases – Human Biology

WEBTo understand acids and bases, you need to know more about pure water. In pure water (such as distilled water), a tiny fraction of water molecules naturally breaks down to form …

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10.3 Epidermis – Human Biology

WEBis the outer of the two main layers of the. skin. The inner layer is the. dermis. It averages about 0.10 mm thick, and is much thinner than the dermis. The epidermis is thinnest on …

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17.1 Case Study: Your Defense System – Human Biology

WEBCase Study: Defending Your Defenses. Figure 17.1.2 Hakeem is concerned about his health – he has been unusually tired, has been losing weight and most recently, found …

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3.10 Chemical Reactions in Living Things – Human Biology

WEB3.10 Summary. Biochemical reactions are chemical reactions that take place inside of living things. The sum of all of the biochemical reactions in an organism is called metabolism. …

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Chapter 11 Answers: Skeletal System – Human Biology

WEBThe skeletal system is the organ system that provides an internal framework for the human body. In adults, the skeleton contains 206 bones. Describe the composition of bones. …

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18.5 Disorders of the Male Reproductive System – Human Biology

WEBAbout 1 in 9 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Prostate cancer occurs at higher rates in rich nations like Canada and the United States, but the rates are …

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10.6 Nails – Human Biology

WEBA nail has three main parts: the root, plate, and free margin. Other structures around or under the nail include the nail bed, cuticle, and nail fold. These structures are shown in …

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