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Anatomy
Week 6-12
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the functional unit of the kidney? | The nephron – responsible for filtration, reabsorption, secretion, and urine formation. |
| What hormone regulates blood calcium levels by increasing them? | Parathyroid hormone (PTH) – increases calcium by acting on bones, kidneys, and intestines. |
| What part of the brain controls breathing and heart rate? | The medulla oblongata. |
| What is the main function of red blood cells? | To transport oxygen using hemoglobin. |
| What structure prevents food from entering the trachea? | The epiglottis |
| What hormone is responsible for water reabsorption in the kidneys? | ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone) |
| What vessels carry blood away from the heart? | Arteries |
| Where does gas exchange occur in the lungs? | The alveoli |
| What is the primary function of progesterone? | To maintain the uterine lining for pregnancy. |
| What part of the autonomic nervous system activates “fight or flight”? | The sympathetic nervous system. |