Plant Transport Systems and Blood Glucose Regulation

This section covers the movement of water and nutrients in plants through transpiration and translocation. It also introduces hormones and their role in the body, particularly focusing on the control of blood glucose and its relation to insulin.

Key concepts:

• Transpiration moves water through plants from roots to leaves
• Translocation transports sugars throughout the plant
• Hormones are chemical messengers released by endocrine glands
• Insulin regulates blood glucose levels

Vocabulary: Transpiration is the movement of water from roots through the xylem and out of the stomata.

Example: The menstrual cycle is regulated by hormones, demonstrating the importance of endocrine system in reproductive processes.

Cellular Respiration and Ecosystems

The final page covers cellular respiration and ecosystem dynamics, explaining energy production and environmental interactions.

Definition: Cellular respiration is an exothermic process that releases energy from glucose for various biological functions.

Vocabulary: A quadrat is a square frame used for sampling and studying population distribution.

Example: Abiotic factors including light, water, temperature, and soil conditions influence organism distribution.

Highlight: Adaptations are specific features that make organisms suited to their particular habitats.