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Walter Flores
Physiology weeks 7-13
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the main function of a neuron? | To receive, process, and transmit electrical and chemical signals. |
| What is a ligand-gated ion channel? | A protein channel that opens when a chemical messenger binds to it. |
| What does the sympathetic nervous system do? | Activates “fight or flight,” increasing heart rate and alertness. |
| What does the parasympathetic nervous system control? | Rest-and-digest functions like slowing heart rate and supporting digestion. |
| Which gland is known as the master endocrine gland? | The pituitary gland. |
| What is the primary function of the heart? | To pump blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients. |
| What is the main function of the lymphatic system? | To return excess fluid to the bloodstream and filter pathogens. |
| According to Boyle’s Law, what happens when lung volume increases? | Air pressure decreases, causing air to flow into the lungs. |
| What is the main muscle responsible for inhalation? | The diaphragm. |
| Where does most nutrient absorption occur in the digestive system? | The small intestine. |