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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a synapse? | The junction where neurons communicate through neurotransmitters |
| Where is the myleination and why is it important? | Myelin insulates axons and speeds up electrical signal transmission |
| What is osmolarity? | The concenatration of solutes in body fluids ( Helps regulate water movement) |
| How does aldosterone regulate fluid balance? | It increase sodium reabsorption in the kidneys |
| What is tidal volume? | The amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath |
| What is spermogensis? | The process of sperm production that occurs in the seminiferous tubules of the testes |
| What is the menstral cycle regualated by? | Hormones from the hypothalamus, pituitary gland and ovaries |
| Where does gas exchnage occur? | In the alveoli through diffusion of oxygen and carbon dioxide between air and blood |
| What is the main function of the ovaries? | To produce ova and secrete the hormones estrogen and progesterone |
| What drives air into the lungs during inspiration? | Diaphragm contraction creates lower pressure in thoracic cavity, pulling in air |