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Cecilia Alvara
Physiology Week 1-6
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the four most abundant elements in the human body? | Oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen and they make up about 96% of body weight. |
| What is the primary function of epithelial tissue? | Epithelial tissue covers body surfaces, lines cavities, and forms glands, providing protection, secretion, and absorption. |
| What are the main functions of the integumentary system? | It protects the body, regulates temperature, prevents dehydration, and provides sensory information |
| How do bones grow in length during development? | Bones grow in length at the epiphyseal (growth) plate through endochondral ossification until the plate closes after puberty. |
| What is the role of the muscular system in maintaining posture? | Continuous partial muscle contraction, known as muscle tone, keeps the body upright and maintains posture. |
| What is an action potential? | An action potential is a rapid electrical signal that travels along a neuron’s membrane, allowing nerve communication. |
| What is the function of the cerebellum? | coordinates voluntary movements, balance, and posture. |
| What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems? | sympathetic system activates the “fight or flight” response parasympathetic system promotes “rest and digest” activities. |
| What structures make up the endocrine system, and what is its main function? | consists of glands such as the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands. It secretes hormones to regulate body processes. |
| What is the main function of the sympathetic nervous system during stress? | It increases heart rate, dilates airways, and redirects blood flow to muscles to prepare the body for emergency action. |