Nervous System
What two parts make up the central nervous system?
Brain, Spinal Cord
Bones are....
alive.
What are the 3 types of blood vessels?
Arteries, Capillaries, Veins
Food travels from the throat to the stomach through which organ, propelled by muscular contractions known as peristalsis?
Esophagus
How many sperm will fertilize one egg?
1
What makes up the peripheral nervous system?
Nerves
Myofibrils are composed of repeating units. What are these units called?
Sarcomeres
_______ take blood away from the heart.
Arteries
The lining of which organ has finger-like projections called villi, to increase surface area?
Small Intestines
Where are the ovaries located?
End of the Fallopian Tubes
Amy is having trouble with balance and coordination. Which part of the brain is most likely affected?
Cerebellum
Muscles are always in a state of slight contraction. What is this called?
Muscle Tone
What part of the body is responsible for producing platelets?
3 organs in the excretory system.
Skin, Liver, Lungs, kidneys, colon
What is the purpose of the testes?
Produce sperm & hormomnes
Controls conscious activities, intelligence, memory, language, and muscles.
cerebrum
What are the three main types of muscle tissue in the body?
Smooth,, Skeletal, Cardiac
These organs are part of which system?
Trachea, Bronchi, Bronchioles, Alveoli
Respiratory System
Its primary role in the digestive system is to store and concentrate bile produced by the liver.
Gall Bladder
What organ are the adrenal glands above?
Kidneys
What is the primary function of the somatic nervous system?
Controlling voluntary muscle movements
What structures allow for movement and are located at the ends of bones?
Ligaments
In which organ of the respiratory system does gas exchange occur?
Alveoli
Why is malabsorption a problem for children?
Growth stops, neurological problems
What are the endocrine glands in the brain?
Hypothalamus, Pineal, Pituitary