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Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

Understanding the Pressure Difference

How can the pressure during contraction vary between the left and right ventricles? The pressure during contraction can vary between the left and right ventricles due to...

Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

The Relationship Between Blood Vessel Diameter & Resistance

Garden Hose Analogy for Blood Vessel Resistance In order to understand the garden hose analogy for blood vessel resistance, let’s first discuss the concept of resistance and...

Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

The Role of Lysoferrin

What is Lysoferrin? Lysoferrin is a small protein that plays a role in the immune defense system of some marine invertebrates, specifically certain species of bivalves (such...

Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

Understanding the Irregular Shape and Interconnectivity of Alveoli in Lung Function and Gas Exchange

Is it incorrect to assume alveoli as spherical and distinct, especially when analysing lung inflation/deflation? No, it is incorrect to assume that alveoli are spherical and distinct,...

Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

The Importance of Water

If you only ate fruits, vegetables or smoothies would you be able to skip drinking water? No, even if you only consumed fruits, vegetables, or smoothies, you...

Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

The Importance of Antioxidant Enzymes and Systems in Birds’ Health

How do birds eliminate oxygen free radicals Birds have evolved various mechanisms to eliminate oxygen free radicals and maintain redox balance in their bodies. Here are a...

Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

The Factors Influencing Diffusion Potential

Do factors other than concentration gradient and membrane permeability affect the diffusion potential? Yes, factors other than concentration gradient and membrane permeability can affect the diffusion potential....

Mohamed Abbas
August 17, 2023
Physiology

Understanding the Composition and Importance of Water Content in Avian Blood

What is the water content of avian blood? The water content of avian (bird) blood, like the blood of other animals, is approximately 90%. Blood is primarily...