Match Each Term with Its Definition

question 53

Multiple Choice

Match each term with its definition.
-These supply about two-thirds of the energy calories needed each day

• A)carbohydrates
• B)proteins
• C)vitamins
• D)mastication
• E)palate
• F)rugae
• G)laparoscope
• H)exocrine gland
• I)endocrine gland
• J)lacteal
• K)hepatic flexure
• L)splenic flexure
• M)cathartic
• N)CT scan
• O)colostomy

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Definitions:

Concentration Gradient

A concentration gradient is a variation in the concentration of a substance across a region, leading to the movement of particles from high to low concentration areas.

Hypotonic Solution

Solution that contains a lower solute (more water) concentration than the cytoplasm of a cell; causes cell to gain water by osmosis.

Cell Wall

A rigid layer that lies outside the plasma membrane of the cells of plants, fungi, and bacteria, providing structural support and protection.

Active Transport

A cellular process that uses energy, often from ATP, to move substances across a cell membrane against their concentration gradient.