Exocrine Gland

Gland that releases secretions on the Epithelial Surface.

Excitation-Contraction Coupling

The  link between the Potential Change in the Sarcolemma and the Contraction of the Muscle.

Exchange Vessel

A Blood Vessel in which Exchange takes place. ie a Capillary.

Exchange Reaction

A chemical reaction in which the fragments are shuffled around.

Exchange Pump

Special Carrier Protein in the Cell Membrane that transports one Ion in as another is transported out.

Eversion

The Movement at the Ankle when the Sole of the Foot is turned Outward.

Eustachian Tube

Tube Connecting the Middle Ear to the Pharynx. Also called the Pharyngotympanic Tube.

Estrogen

Natural or Synthetic Hormones; among many other effects, stimulates development of Secondary Sexual Characteristics.