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, What is "Solid Viscera" and what are some examples? - ANSWER- Organs that
maintain their shape consistently
- Examples are: liver, spleen, pancreas, kidneys
A&P of the liver? - ANSWER- Largest internal organ and the largest gland in the human
body.
- Performs a wide range of functions including detoxification, protein synthesis, and
production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.
A&P of spleen? - ANSWER- Similar in structure to a large lymph node, and functions as
part of the immune system.
- Attacks antibodies and diseases
- Filters old and dying RBC's
- Holds a reserve of blood, and recycles iron
A&P of pancreas? - ANSWER- Produces important hormones including insulin,
somatostatin, and pancreatic polypeptide which circulate in the blood.
- Secretes pancreatic juice containing digestive enzymes that assist in the breakdown of
nutrients in the small intestine.
A&P of kidneys? - ANSWER- Function as an essential part of the urinary system by
sifting out waste and extra water from the blood.
- These are excreted by the kidneys as urine, which flows through the ureter and
empties into the urinary bladder.
What is a "hollow viscera", and what are examples? - ANSWER- Organs whose shape
depends on their contents
- Stomach, gallbladder, small intestine, colon, bladder
A&P of stomach? - ANSWER- A rounded and highly elastic organ
- Churn food with muscular contractions
- Secretes digestive enzymes and hydrochloric acid to assist in the breakdown of food