APHY 102

APHY102 FINAL EXAM SG What regulates pituitary gland secretion? The Hypothalamus What is a hormone and how does it act? A hormone is a molecule secreted into the bloodstream. They act on target cells that have specific receptors for that hormone. Compare and contrast glucagon and insulin. Compare: Both insulin and glucagon are proteins that stimulate the liver and also convert noncarbohydrates into glucose. Contrast: Glucagon stimulates the liver to break down glycogen into gluc...

APHY 102 Final Exam Quiz Study Guide The structure of a lymphatic vessel is most similar to that of a(n) vein In order to be fully activated, most __________ cells require interaction with __________ cells. B;T What is the first component(s) of the immune system to decline with age? Thymus What is not true of the spleen? The spaces in the lobes of the spleen are filled with lymph What term refers to any molecule that elicits an immune response? Antigen The thymus e...

APHY 102 Final Exam Quiz Study Guide binds to receptors on target cells how does a hormone affect its target cells hormone chemical molecules that control growth, reproduction, and nutrient use. adrenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH) which hormone targets the adrenal glands insulin what hormone opposes glucagon's effect growth hormone (GH) influences height and helps build bones and muscles; pituitary gland epinephrine regulates metabolism attention, focus, panic, an...

APHY 102 Final Exam Questions and Answers 2024 What is the difference between anatomy and physiology? Anatomy is the study of the structure of body parts, whereas physiology is the study of the function of body parts What are the levels of organization? subatomic particles, atom, molecule, macromolecule, organelle, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism What are the requirements of life? Water, food, oxygen, heat, pressure What are the characteristics of life? Movement (...

APHY 102 lecture Exam 4 Meiosis is necessary because otherwise the fertilized ovum will have too much genetic material. The hormone mainly responsible for the development and maintenance of female secondary sexual characteristics is estrogen. Female sex hormones are produced by the ovaries The functional unit of the kidney is the nephron The ________ is the tube that conveys urine outside the body. urethra The organs of the urinary system are paired kidneys, paire...

APHY 102 Exam 4 Questions and Answers Find the false statement below, if any, concerning lymphocytes all lymphocytes found in the body are synthesized in the red bone marrow What is the chemical difference between blood plasma and tissue (interstitial) fluid tissue fluid lacks the large plasma proteins found in blood plasma When does tissue fluid become lymph when it enters a lymphatic capillary Find the false statement below, if any, concerning lymphatic capillaries they hav...

APHY 102 Exam 4 Questions and Answers Where are the urinary system organs located in the human body? The urinary system is located in the retroperitoneal space and the pelvic cavity. What are the functions of the kidneys in the human body? Filter blood to remove metabolic waste via urine Modify fluid to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance/homeostasis (osmolarity) Maintain acid-base homeostasis Regulate blood pressure What are the components of the urinary tract and what are th...

APHY 102 Exam 4 Questions and Answers what enhances turbulence in the inhaled air? nasal conchae what structure seals the larynx when we swallow? epiglottis what is the conducting zone structure? terminal bronchiole what part of the lung receives air directly from a segmental (tertiary) bronchus? bronchopulmonary segment what vessel delivers oxygenated systemic blood to lung tissue? bronchial artery what event occurs first during inspiration? the diaphragm contrac...

aphy 102 exam 4 with correct answers 1) normal blood volume female vs male 5-6 male 4-5 female 2) main components of blood percentages 45% red blood cells by volume. This percent is called HCT or packed cells. less than 1% white blood cells and platelets (buffy coat) 55% is clear straw-color plasma. Which includes water, amino acids, proteins, carbs lipids, vitamins, hormones, electrolytes, and cellular waste 3) What hormone play an important role in the production of RBC er...

APHY 102 Lecturer EXAM 3 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS The stomach is C-shaped and extends from the duodenum to the spleen. False From the stomach, food passes into the duodenum, then the jejunum, and then the ileum. True Which of the following is true about bile? It is produced by the liver. The pharynx functions as a ______, whereas the larynx functions as a ______. passageway for air and food; passageway for air only. What respiratory volumes, when added together,equal the v...