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Anatomy Weeks 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the main difference between axial and appendicular muscles? | Axial muscles support and position the head, neck, and trunk; appendicular muscles move and support the limbs. |
| Which major muscle group is responsible for flexing the forearm at the elbow? | The biceps brachii (appendicular muscle). |
| What are the two major divisions of the nervous system? | The central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). |
| : What cell type supports, protects, and nourishes neurons? | Neuroglia (glial cells). |
| What is the main function of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)? | : It controls involuntary functions such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing. |
| Which part of the CNS is responsible for processing and coordinating sensory data and motor commands? | The brain and spinal cord. |
| What is the function of the sensory receptors in the body? | To detect stimuli such as light, sound, pressure, or chemicals and send signals to the brain. |
| What is the role of the endocrine system? | It secretes hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, reproduction, and homeostasis. |
| What structure in the heart prevents backflow of blood? | The valves (tricuspid, bicuspid/mitral, pulmonary, and aortic valves). |
| What are the main components of blood? | Plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. |
| What is the primary function of the lymphatic system? | To return excess fluid to the bloodstream and provide immune defense. |
| Which organ filters blood and helps remove damaged red blood cells? | The spleen. |
| What is the main function of the respiratory system? | Gas exchange—bringing oxygen in and removing carbon dioxide. |
| What muscle is primarily responsible for breathing? | The diaphragm. |