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Anatomy Week #13 (Chapters 6-12)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What glial cells forms the myelin sheath in the CNS? | Oligodendrocytes |
| What structure connects the left and right cerebral hemispheres? | Corpus Callosum |
| Which glial cells are the main immune defense in the CNS? | Microglia |
| What are the two divisions of the PNS? | Sensory (afferent) and Motor (efferent) |
| What neurotransmitter is mainly used by the parasympathetic system? | Acetylcholine |
| Which receptors detect pain? | Nociceptors |
| What hormone regulates metabolism? | Thyroid Hormones: T3/T4 |
| Where does gas exchange occur? | The Alveoli |
| What structure prevents food from entering the trachea? | The Epiglottis |
| Which cells produce antibodies? | B Cells (plasma cells) |
| Which gland produces melatonin? | The Pineal Gland |
| What is the pacemaker of the heart? | The SA node (Sinoatrial Node) |