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Comfort Cephas

Anatomy week 6-12

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What is the primary function of axial muscles? Axial muscles support and move the head, neck, and trunk, and also assist in respiration and maintaining posture.
Which major muscle groups are included in the appendicular musculature? Muscles of the upper limbs, lower limbs, pectoral (shoulder) girdle, and pelvic girdle.
Give an example of an axial muscle and its action. The sternocleidomastoid rotates and flexes the head.
What are neurons? Neurons are the functional cells of the nervous system responsible for transmitting electrical and chemical signals.
Which glial cell forms myelin in the PNS? Schwann cells.
What structures make up the central nervous system (CNS)? The brain and spinal cord.
What is the role of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)? It carries sensory information to the CNS and motor commands from the CNS to the body.
What are the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)? The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
What are the five special senses? Vision, hearing, taste, smell, and equilibrium.
What is the role of the endocrine system? It regulates long-term processes like growth, metabolism, and reproduction through hormones.
What is the main function of the heart? To pump blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients while removing waste.
What are the formed elements of blood? Red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
What are the main functions of the lymphatic system? Return excess fluid to the bloodstream, absorb dietary fats, and support immune function.
What is adaptive immunity? A specific immune response developed after exposure to an antigen, mediated by B- and T-lymphocytes.
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