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NATURELLE ROZENOYER
Anatomy weeks 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which two body systems work together to produce most body movements? | The skeletal system and the muscular system work together to produce most body movements. |
| What system provides the force necessary for bones to move? | The muscular system provides the force by contracting and pulling on skeletal structures. |
| How does the nervous system help maintain homeostasis? | The nervous system uses feedback loops that sense, integrate, and respond to changes, helping keep the body’s internal environment stable. |
| What are the two main structural divisions of the nervous system? | The central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). |
| What does the term “efferent pathways” refer to? | Efferent pathways carry motor signals away from the CNS to muscles and glands, producing a response. |
| Which body systems work together to coordinate the functions of all body systems? | The nervous, sensory, and endocrine systems work together to coordinate and regulate body functions. |
| How does the nervous system communicate with the body? | The nervous system sends nerve impulses through neurons. These impulses trigger the release of neurotransmitters that allow communication between cells. |
| Where is the heart located in the body? | The heart is located in the center of the chest, within the thoracic cavity. |
| How many sides does the heart have, and what chambers are found on each side? | The heart has two sides—right and left. Each side contains an atrium (upper chamber) and a ventricle (lower chamber). |
| What is the main function of the immune system? | The immune system destroys or neutralizes pathogens that could cause disease or death. |
| What types of structures make up the lymphatic system? | The lymphatic system consists of vessels, cells, and organs that help maintain fluid balance and support immunity. |
| What are the two main functions of the respiratory system? | The respiratory system functions as an air distributor and a gas exchanger, supplying oxygen to the body and removing carbon dioxide. |
| Which structures in the respiratory system actually perform gas exchange? | Only the alveoli and the tiny alveolar ducts serve as gas exchangers. |