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Kendra Jotten Final
Physiology final
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| homeostasis | Process of maintaining stable internal environments despite external changes |
| Diaphram | Is responsible for inspiration in normal and relaxed breathing. When it contracts moves down and increase volume |
| Atmospheric pressure is greater than alveolar pressure | during inspiration |
| The inspiratory Capacity is equal to the sum of Tidal volume and inspiratory reserve volume | IC= max Tidal=normal inhale and exhale |
| The airway brings oxygen to the lungs and takes away carbon dioxide | role of the respiratory system |
| Vital Capacity | Maximum amount of air a person can exhale after deepest breath |
| Churning of food is an example of | Churning of food |
| Which organ is an accessory to digestion | Liver aids in digestion without being directly involved makes bile |
| What is the role of the pancreas | Secrets digestion enzymes, bicarbonate to neutralize stomach acid |
| Peristalsis and segmentation | rhythmic muscular contraction propels food; mixes digestive enzymes |
| Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins are equivalent to | Monnosacharrides, fatty acids glycerol, amino acids |
| Function of Acid base balance: | Regulate bicarbonate levels to maintain ph balance. |
| Metabolic acidosis is solved by | secretion of hydrogen h+ ions |
| ADH regulates? | Fluid balance |
| Primary function of kidney | Control the blood volume |
| Nephron part responsible for reabsorption | proximal convoluted tubule |
| Which of the following hormones is responsible for stimulation ovulation | Luteinizing hormone |
| corpous luteum secretes what to maintain uterine llining: | Progesterone |
| What event starts the luteal phase? | Formation of corpus luteum |
| Epididymis is for: | storage and maturation of sperm |
| prostate gland | Secretes seminal fluid to nourish sperm |
| Synapse | 2 neurons between a neuron target cell like a muscle where electrical signals are transmitted |
| neuron at resting potential: | The inside of a neuron is negatively charged compared to the outside. |