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Superior
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Above
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Inferior
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Below
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Dorsal
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Back
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Posterior
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Back
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Ventral
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Belly
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Anterior
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Front
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Proximal
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Close to
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Distal
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Far from
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Medial
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Middle
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Lateral
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Side
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The Purpose of the Digestive System
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Responsible for the breakdown of large, complex organic materials into smaller components that are utilized by the tissues of the body.
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The 4 Components of Digestion (in order)
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1. Ingestion
2. Digestion 3. Absorption 4. Egestion |
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What two factors can affect a functional enzyme?
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-Temperature
-pH |
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How temperature changes affect enzymes
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As the temperature increases, the more energy, and greater enzyme activity. Anything above 37 degrees changes their shape, causing the enzyme to be inactive.
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What is denaturization?
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When the pH or body temperature are not at their optimal levels, the particles of enzymes lose their shape and can no longer be used.
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