Many Plants and Animals Move Water and Nutrients Within Internal

question 33

True/False

Many plants and animals move water and nutrients within internal vessels; animals used the energy of muscle contraction, however no metabolic energy is expended when water and minerals move within a plant's xylex.

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Definitions:

Oxygen Tension

The partial pressure of oxygen, an indicator of its concentration in blood or tissues, important for cellular respiration and metabolism.

Adrenal Medulla

The inner portion of the adrenal gland, responsible for producing adrenaline and noradrenaline, which are involved in stress responses.

Vasodilation

is the widening of blood vessels, resulting from relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, often increasing blood flow.

Parasympathetic Stimulation

The stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system results in outcomes such as a lower heart rate and heightened activity in the digestive system.