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Human physiology
Week 7-13
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the function of the sodium potassium pump and neurons? | It maintains resisting membranes potential by pumping 3 Na+ out and 2k+ into the neuron. |
| What is an action potential? | A rapid electrical signal that travels along the axon when a neuron fires. |
| What organs make up the central nervous system? | The brain and spinal cord |
| Which division of the autonomic nervous system prepares the body to fight or flight? | The sympathetic nervous system |
| Which sensory receptors detect light for vision | Photoreceptors in the retina (rods and cones) |
| What gland is known as the master gland of the endocrine system? | The pituitary gland |
| What structure acts as the hearts, natural pacemaker | The sinoatrial SA node |
| What is the primary function of the lymph node? | To filter, lymph and active immune responses to fight infection |
| Where does gas exchange occur in the lungs? | In the Alveoli, where O2 enters the blood and CO2 is released |
| Where does most nutrient absorption occur in the digestive system? | In the small intestine |