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Reginald Ravelo
Human Anatomy Week 1-5
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the four main types of tissues in the human body? | Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue. |
| What is homeostasis? | The body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment. |
| What are the main functions of the integumentary system? | Protection, temperature regulation, sensation, and vitamin D production. |
| What are the two main divisions of the skeletal system? | Axial and appendicular skeletons. |
| What is red bone marrow responsible for? | Producing red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. |
| What is the main function of the parathyroid gland? | Regulates calcium levels in the blood. |
| What are ligaments and tendons? | Ligaments connect bone to bone, and tendons connect muscle to bone. |
| What is the axial skeleton composed of? | The skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum. |
| What are the two main types of bone tissue? | Compact bone and spongy bone. |
| What is osteoporosis | A condition where bones lose density and become weak and brittle. |
| : What mineral gives bones their hardness and strength? | Calcium phosphate. |