Match the Definition with the Term

question 20

Multiple Choice

Match the definition with the term.
-vitalism

• A)All kinds of forces in the universe are potentially interchangeable forms of a sin-gle huge but quantitatively fixed reservoir of energy.
• B)All living organisms possess a nonphysical "life force" essential for life and not open to scientific analysis.
• C)All physiological process may be understood in terms of physical and chemical principles.
• D)Each sensory nerve in the body only carries one kind of sensation.

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Definitions:

Steroids

A class of lipids that have a basic structure consisting of four linked carbon rings, and include many hormones, alkaloids, and vitamins.

Terpenes

A large and diverse class of organic compounds, produced primarily by plants, that are the major components of essential oils.

Isoprene

A common organic compound with the formula C5H8, used as the monomer unit in the natural synthesis of rubber and other terpenes.

Anti-inflammatory

Substances or drugs that reduce inflammation or swelling in the body, commonly used to treat conditions like arthritis or allergies.