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Hunan Anatomy PT2
Human Anatomy Flashcards for Weeks 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the key functional differences between axial and appendicular muscles? | Axial: Posture/Stability. Appendicular: Limb Movement |
| What are the roles of synergists and antagonists in muscle function? | Synergists assist agonists and Antagonists oppose the agonists |
| What are the functions of the neurons and glial cells in the nervous system? | Neurons transmit signals and glial cells support neurons |
| How does the myelinated axon work? | Myelin speeds up signal transmission |
| What are the main purposes of the CNS and PNS? | CNS: Processes information PNS: Communication |
| What does the autonomic nervous system do? | Controls autonomic body functions |
| How do our censes work in general? | Convert stimuli into electrical signals |
| What is the difference between the endocrine and nervous system? | The nervous system is fast and the endocrine system is slow and hormonal |
| What happens during the cardiac cycle? | Heart fills, contracts, and pumps blood |
| What are the parts of blood and what do they do? | Blood plasma and formed elements. RBC's: oxygen transport. WBC's immunity. Platelets: clotting |
| What does the lymphatic system do? | Fluid balance and immune function |
| What is the difference between innate and adaptive immunity? | Innate: quick and general. Adaptive: specific and learns. |