Isotonic — I so*ton ic, a. [Iso + tonic.] 1. Having or indicating, equal tones, or tension. [1913 Webster] 2. (Physiology, Biochemistry) Having an osmotic pressure (tonicity) equal to that of a reference solution; of aqueous solutions. Contrasting with… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
System identification — In control engineering, the field of system identification uses statistical methods to build mathematical models of dynamical systems from measured data. System identification also includes the optimal design of experiments for efficiently… … Wikipedia
digestive system, human — Introduction the system used in the human body for the process of digestion. The human digestive system consists primarily of the digestive tract (alimentary canal), or the series of structures and organs through which food and liquids pass… … Universalium
Muscle Atrophy Research and Exercise System — Test subject seated in the MARES human restraint system and using the linear adapter to exercise his arms. The Muscle Atrophy Research and Exercise System (MARES), part of the Human Research Facility (HRF), will be launched in a stowed position… … Wikipedia
renal system — ▪ anatomy Introduction in humans (human body), organ system that includes the kidneys, where urine is produced, and the ureters, bladder, and urethra for the passage, storage, and voiding of urine. In many respects the human excretory, or… … Universalium
muscle — muscleless, adj. muscly, adj. /mus euhl/, n., v., muscled, muscling, adj. n. 1. a tissue composed of cells or fibers, the contraction of which produces movement in the body. 2. an organ, composed of muscle tissue, that contracts to produce a… … Universalium
Weight training — This article is about strength training using weight (gravity) to generate resistance to contraction. For basic principles on increasing the strength of muscles, see strength training. A complete weight training workout can be performed with a… … Wikipedia
Nasal spray — A hand operated nose spray pump releases a fine mist of nasal spray … Wikipedia
Muscle contraction — See also: Twitch and Tremor Top down view of skeletal muscle Muscle fiber generates tension through the action of actin and myosin cross bridge cycling. While under tension, the muscle may lengthen, shorten, or … Wikipedia
Nasal irrigation — Intervention A woman flushing her nose with a neti pot. ICD 9 CM … Wikipedia
