Oral Anatomy
How do the positions of a frog's tongue differ from a human’s tongue?
Frogs have a tongue that is attached to the front of their mouth, while humans have a tongue that is attached to the back of their mouth.
How does the color of the frog's skin compare to the color of a human's skin?
The frog's skin on the back is dark colored and the skin on the belly is light. In contrast, human skin is the same color on both the back and belly.
How do the muscles in frog legs differ from those in human legs?
The muscles in frog legs are specialized for jumping, while the muscles in human legs are specialized for walking and running.
Where does digestion begin in the digestive system of frogs compared to humans?
Digestion in frogs begins in the stomach, while digestion in humans begins in the mouth.
What are the bumpy air sacs on the surface of the lungs?
Alveoli
How does the location of the frogs' and humans' tongues relate to their function?
The location of the frog's tongue allows it to quickly and accurately capture prey with its long, sticky tongue. In contrast, the location of the human tongue, attached to the back of the mouth, allows it to grind and mash food for easier digestion.
Why do frogs have thin and slimy skin, unlike humans?
The thin, moist skin allows air to pass through, helping the frog to breathe through its skin.
How do the toes of frogs differ from those of humans in terms of their structure and function?
Frogs' toes are webbed and are used for swimming, while humans' toes do not have webbing and are used for balanced.
In what way are the digestive systems of frogs and humans similar?
Both break down food and abosrb nutrients
Where do the esutachian tubes lead?
Eardrums
In what way do frog and human teeth differ in their structure?
Frogs have two types of teeth - sandpaper teeth on the maxilla called maxillary teeth, and teeth on the roof of the mouth called vomerine teeth. Humans have teeth on both the maxilla and mandible.
How do the skins of a frog and a human affect their ability to absorb oxygen through the skin?
The skin of a frog is thin and can absorb oxygen, while the skin of a human is thick and cannot absorb oxygen.
Why do frogs have powerful hind legs with webbed toes?
It helps them jump and swim
In what way are the respiratory systems of frogs and humans different?
Frogs use their lungs and skin to breathe, while humans rely only on their lungs.
Where does the glottis lead? Where does the esophagus lead?
Glottis leads to the lungs and esophagus leads to the stomach
In what way do frog and human teeth differ in their functions?
Frog teeth are primarily used for catching and holding prey, while human teeth are adapted for chewing and digesting food.
How many eyelids do humans have, and how do they differ from those of frogs?
Humans have two eyelids per eye, while frogs have three eyelids, including the nictitating membrane that acts as "goggles."
What is the difference in the number of chambers between a frog's heart and a human's heart?
Frog's heart has 3 chambers, while a human's heart has 4 chambers.
In what way are the respiratory systems of frogs and humans similar?
The respiratory systems of frogs and humans are similar in that they both take in oxygen.
How do you tell if a frog is a male or female?
The male will have testes and the female will have ovaries
What are the 2 pointy teeth on the roof of the mouth called and what are the rough, sandpaper-like teeth on the upper jaw called?
Vomerine Teeth and Maxillary Teeth
Where is the eardrum located in a frog? How is this different than a human?
Frog's eardrums are located on the outside of the head, while humans have the eardrum inside.
How does the separation of oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood in the human heart differ from that in the frog heart?
In the human heart, oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood are completely separated by a thick wall called a septum, which allows for efficient oxygen supply to the body. In the frog heart, the oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood mix, which means that the oxygen supply to the body is not as efficient.
What is this tissue full of blood vessels that is connecting the small intestines together called?
Mesentery
What tiny structures line the small intestine to increase surface area for nutrient absorption?
Villi