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Chelsey Lara
Week 14
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the primary function of the nervous system? | To control and coordinate body activities by sending and receiving electrical signals |
| What are the two main divisions of the nervous system? | The central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). |
| What is tidal volume in the respiratory system? | The amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath, usually about 500 mL in adults. |
| What is vital capacity? | The maximum amount of air a person can exhale after a maximum inhalation. |
| What role do the lungs play in acid-base balance? | They remove carbon dioxide from the blood, helping maintain proper pH. |
| What is the function of the endocrine system? | To secrete hormones that regulate growth, metabolism, and homeostasis. |
| Name a major endocrine gland and one hormone it produces. | The thyroid gland produces thyroxine (T4), which regulates metabolism. |
| How do the kidneys contribute to homeostasis? | They filter blood, remove waste, and regulate water, electrolytes, and pH. |
| What is the difference between sensory and motor neurons? | Sensory neurons carry signals to the CNS; motor neurons carry signals from the CNS to muscles or glands. |
| What is the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system? | It controls the pituitary gland and helps regulate hormones, temperature, and hunger. |
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