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Gurshan Singh
SCI221 Weeks 7-13
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the three main parts of a neuron? | The cell body (soma), dendrites, and axon |
| What does the cell body (soma) do? | It contains the nucleus and organelles needed for metabolism, growth, and cell maintenance. |
| How many pairs of spinal nerves are there? | There are 31 pairs of spinal nerves. |
| Where do thoracic spinal nerves exit? | All thoracic nerves exit below their corresponding vertebrae through the intervertebral foramina. |
| How does the endocrine system communicate with cells? | Endocrine cells release hormones into the bloodstream to reach target cells throughout the body. |
| What are target tissues or target organs? | Tissues/organs that contain receptors for a specific hormone. |
| How much blood does the human body contain? | About 5 liters |
| What is the main function of blood? | It transports oxygen and nutrients to cells and removes waste products. |
| What is the main job of the respiratory system? | To perform gas exchange—bringing oxygen into the body and removing carbon dioxide. |
| Besides gas exchange, what else does the respiratory system help us do? | Smell (olfaction) and produce sound (voice). |