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Human Anatomy stack2
WEEKS 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the primary function of the digestive system? | : To mechanically and chemically break down food so nutrients can be absorbed and used by the body. |
| Where does most nutrient absorption occur? | The small intestine, especially the jejunum. |
| Which organ produces bile? | The liver. |
| What is external respiration? | Gas exchange between the alveoli and the blood. |
| : What muscle is the primary driver of breathing? | The diaphragm. |
| What is hematocrit? | The percentage of red blood cells in whole blood. |
| What molecule allows RBCs to carry oxygen? | Hemoglobin. |
| What is lymph? | Fluid similar to plasma but with less protein. |
| What are the two upper chambers of the heart? | The right and left atria. |
| : Which vessels carry blood away from the heart? | Arteries. |