HPEX 375

Which of the following terms best describes a change in the structure and/or function of a cell or organ system that results in an improved ability to maintain homeostasis? - adaption When constructing a graph, what variable is placed on the x-axis? - independent variable Which of the following is defined as the maintenance of a constant or unchanging "normal" internal environment during unstressed (resting) conditions? - homeostasis Which of the following is best defined as "any bodil...

What factors affect performance? - CNS function, strength/skill (practice), genetics (body type, muscle fiber type), environment (altitude, heat, humidity), energy production (anaerobic sources [PC, glycolysis], aerobic sources [VO2 max, Q, O2 delivery, Hb, PO2, O2 extraction, mitochondria]), diet (carbohydrate, H2O intake) Who is A.V. Hill? - From England, won Nobel Prize for measurement of heat production during musc. contraction and recovery as well as measurement of O2 uptake. Develope...