bones
The cells known to form bone cells
what are osteoblasts
Characterized by it's striated pattern and our ability to voluntarily control it
The main function of the cardiovascular system.
What is transport?
the basic function of the respiratory system
What is gas exchange?
The main way that CO2 is carried in the blood
What is carbonate (HCO3-)?
The type of joint that is found in the vertebral column
what is the cartilaginous joint
Typically called the thick filament
what is myosin
This is caused by a prolonged, increased resistance in the blood vessels
What is hypertension or high blood pressure?
Helps lungs overcome water surface tension
type 2 alveolar cells
It's ability to block oxygen from binding to iron makes this gas so deadly
carbon monoxide
The type of bone found surrounding a long bone.
What is compact bone?
what are small motor units
The smallest blood vessel in the body
capillaries
contracting these muscles will help with deep breathing air out
What are intercostal muscles, diaphragm, abs, and internal intercostal muscles?
This type of muscle determined blood vessel size.
What is smooth muscle?
The protein found in the extracellular matrix of bones
What is collagen
inhibiting this pump might keep the muscles in constant contraction
What is the sarcoplasmic reticulum calcium pump?
These valves open when the ventricle contracts.
semi-lunar valves.
Key determinants of hemoglobin affinity to oxygen
pH and temperature
This condition is characterized by low red blood cells
what is anemia?
Someone in menopause will see an increase in these types of cells
What are osteoclasts
Occurs when there is no ATP to power the power stroke
What is rigor mortis? (or paralysis)
Blood flows through here to enter the pulmonary artery.
What is the AV valve (or right atrium or right ventricle)?
What is pressure in the lungs must be lower than air pressure?
These gases can be carried by hemoglobin
CO2, O2, and CO