Respiratory System
Name two risk factors for lung disease other then smoking.
Rodon Exposure
Air Pollution
Genetics
Black Mold
Asbestos
Animal Droppings
Name the three main parts of the Nervous System.
Brain, Spinal Cord, Nerves
What is the biggest muscle in the body?
Gluteus Maximus
What are the 4 pathogens we discussed in class?
Virus
Bacteria
Fungi
Parasite
Where does digestion first begin?
The mouth
The respiratory system take in ___________ and expels _________
Oxygen
CO2
What two parts make up the Nervous System?
Central and Peripheral Nervous System
Name the three different types of muscles discussed in class. Which one is a voluntary muscle?
Cardiac
Smooth
Skeletal - Voluntary
What are the three lines of defense in the immune system?
Inflammatory Response
Specific Response
What is the main function of the small intestine?
To absorb nutrients
What are the two leading causes of or respiratory diseases?
Smoking and Radon Exposure
What is the difference between the Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Nervous System?
Sympathetic - Fight or Flight Response
Parasympathetic - Rest & Digest
What is the main function of the pectoral muscle?
Push things away from the body
What is the function of antibodies?
Bind to the pathogen so it can no longer move or reproduce.
Name the 4 major digestive tasks?
Ingestion
Digestion
Absorption
Elimination
What are capillaries responsibility in the respiratory system?
Carry O2 to body tissue & remove CO2 from cells
What part of the brain is responsible for Balance and Coordination?
Cerebellum
What protein combination is essential for muscle contraction?
Actin & Myosin
What white blood cell consumes and destroys pathogens?
Macrophages
Describe peristalsis.
Muscle contractions that move food down the digestive tract.
What is the primary function of the alveoli?
Exchange gasses with capillaries
What part of the brain is responsible for information processing?
Thalamus
What role does calcium play in muscle contraction?
Signals muscle contraction
What is antigens role in the immune system?
Identify a substance in the body that is "non self"
Describe the difference between mechanical and chemical digestion.
Mechanical- Physical breaks down food into smaller pieces
Chemical - Uses enzymes and acids to break down food