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Physio SET #2
Week 7-13
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What is the gap between two neurons where neurotransmitters are released? | Synaptic cleft |
| Myelin sheath | Fatty covering around axons that speeds up nerve impulse conduction. |
| The brain and spinal cord make up the _______. | Central nervous system (CNS) |
| Which division of the autonomic nervous system prepares the body for 'fight-or-flight' responses? | Sympathetic nervous system |
| Retina | Light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye containing photoreceptor cells. |
| Which hormone regulates blood sugar by lowering glucose levels? | Insulin |
| What is the primary function of the lymphatic system? | To return excess fluid to the bloodstream and provide immune defense. |
| Alveoli | Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs. |
| Most nutrient absorption in digestion occurs in the _______. | Small intestine |
| What is the main buffer system in the blood that maintains pH? | Bicarbonate buffer system |
| Peristalsis | Wave-like muscle contractions that move food |