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Chapter 1: A Framework for Human Physiology
Chapter 2: Chemical Composition of the Body
Chapter 3: Cell Structure
Chapter 4: Protein Activity and Cellular Metabolism
Chapter 5: Genetic Information and Protein Synthesis
Chapter 6: Movement of Molecules Across Cell Membranes
Chapter 7: Homeostatic Mechanisms and Cellular Communication
Chapter 8: Neural Control Mechanisms
Chapter 9: The Sensory Systems
Chapter 10: Principles of Hormonal Control Systems
Chapter 11: Muscle
Chapter 12: Control of Body Movement
Chapter 13: Consciousness and Behavior
Chapter 14: Circulation
Chapter 15: Respiration
Chapter 16: The Kidneys and Regulation of Water and Inorganic Ions
Chapter 17: The Digestion and Absorption of Food
Chapter 18: Regulation of Organic Metabolism, Growth,and Energy Balance
Chapter 19: Reproduction
Chapter 20: Defense Mechanisms of the Body
Chapter 14: Circulation
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What functional advantage (s) might there be to a red blood cell lacking mitochondria?
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If a relatively sedentary person suddenly starts to be very physically active with lots of running and other aerobic exercise, would there be more or less erythropoesis?
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The malarial parasite, for much of its life, lives in and feeds on red blood cells. What hormone do malaria sufferers produce more than other people do?
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Why would a cardiologist be interested in using the chemicals a mosquito or leech secretes during feeding?
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A streptococcal infection can lead to scarring of the mitral valve (i.e. stenosis due to a rheumatic heart). How would you diagnose this condition?
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During the colorful ceremonies where Buckingham Palace guards stand at attention for long periods of time, the soldiers are much more likely to faint than the spectators and royalty. The crowd and Queen have probably been standing at the event as long as the troops but rarely exhibit distress. Why should there be this difference?
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Why is a distended, edemous abdomen characteristic of the protein deficiency disease kwashiorkor?
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Your car breaks down in the middle of the desert in the summer and you have no water or juice. What may happen to your blood flow if you do not get some water soon?
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There is significant superficial vasodilation in a person's facial skin during emotional excitement. How is this different from other areas of the skin? How would you explain the mechanism behind this difference?
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How is it that severe diarrhea might cause hypovolemic shock?
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Nitroglycerine will reduce venous muscle tone such that the veins will dilate (although there is some arterial dilation as well). What effect will that have on stroke volume?
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