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physiology 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Purpose of endocrine system | functions with nervous system to maintain homeostasis |
| Purpose of Thyroid | Send out hormones based on read calcium levels in blood |
| Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic system | Sympathetic raises levels, parasympathetic lowers after threat is gone |
| Function of muscles | movement of fluids, stabilize joints, heat generation, maintain body posture |
| Two types/ functions of bone marrow | red and yellow, produces red blood cells and stores fat |
| What does skeletal structure do | protects organs and provides framework for muscles |
| Cartilage | low blood supply, harder to heal and provides flexibility for movement |
| Open fracture | compound |
| Bones are a reservoir for | calcium and phosphorous |
| Hematopoiesis is carried out in | red bone marrow |