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anatomy 6-12
week 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the primary functions of axial muscles? | Axial muscles support and move the head, neck, truck, and maintain posture and assist in respiration. |
| Name two major groups of axial muscles: | Sternocleidomastoid and rectus abdominos |
| What are the two main divisions of the nervous system? | Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system |
| What structure make up the CNS? | The brain and spinal cord |
| What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system? | Regulates involuntary activities like heart rate, digestion, and grandular secreation. |
| What are the main components of blood? | Plasma, RBC, WBC and platelets |
| What is the functions of heart valves? | They prevent back flow of blood and make sure its a one way circulation |
| What is the primary function of the respiratory tract? | Gas exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide removal |
| How do endocrine glands differ from exocrine glands? | Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream; exocrine glands release substances through ducts. |
| Name the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system. | Sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions. |