Biology Chapter on the Human Eye and Hormones

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What role does the cornea play in vision?

It transmits sound waves to the auditory system.

It regulates the amount of light entering the eye.

It provides most of the eye's refractive power. (correct)

It adjusts the color perception in the eye.

Which cells in the retina are responsible for night vision?

Rods (correct)

Ganglion cells

Cones

Bipolar cells

How does the iris contribute to light adaptation?

By generating electrical signals for the brain

By adjusting photoreceptor sensitivity

By dilating in bright light

By regulating pupil size in response to light (correct)

What is the primary function of cones in the retina?

To provide sharp and colorful vision Signup and view all the answers

What role does the optic nerve play in the visual process?

Carries electrical signals from the retina to the brain Signup and view all the answers

Which structure acts as the screen where light forms an image?

Retina Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the lacrimal glands?

Flushing away debris and keeping the eye moist Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the outer ear is responsible for amplifying sound?

External Auditory Canal Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Orbicularis Oculi muscle?

Closes the eyelids. Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone produced by the pituitary gland stimulates growth and cell regeneration?

Growth Hormone Signup and view all the answers

What condition can occur due to excessively high levels of Growth Hormone in children?

Gigantism Signup and view all the answers

What muscle is responsible for closing and protruding the lips?

Orbicularis Oris Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone regulates the thyroid gland's production of thyroid hormones?

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone Signup and view all the answers

What can result from low levels of Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)?

Addison's disease Signup and view all the answers

What effect does an excess of Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) have on the body?

Rapid weight loss Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is responsible for elevating the corner of the mouth and is associated with smiling?

Zygomaticus Major Signup and view all the answers

What condition can occur due to excessively high Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) or Luteinizing Hormone (LH) levels?

Ovarian failure Signup and view all the answers

What symptom is most commonly associated with low levels of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3)?

Sensitivity to cold Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone decreases blood calcium levels by promoting calcium deposition in bones?

Calcitonin Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of excessively low levels of Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)?

Hypocalcemia Signup and view all the answers

What condition can result from chronically low levels of cortisol?

Addison's disease Signup and view all the answers

Excessively high production of which hormone can contribute to kidney stones and weakened bones?

Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) in the reproductive system?

Regulates development of eggs and sperm Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is associated with high levels of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3)?

Nervousness Signup and view all the answers

What is the main product of glycolysis?

Pyruvate Signup and view all the answers

Which molecule is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during the citric acid cycle?

ATP is produced by substrate-level phosphorylation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes fermentation?

It produces small amounts of ATP under anaerobic conditions Signup and view all the answers

How many ATP molecules can be produced per glucose molecule during cellular respiration?

36-38 ATP Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT part of ATP's structure?

Fatty acid tail Signup and view all the answers

What is produced when glucose is converted to lactic acid during fermentation?

Energy in the form of ATP Signup and view all the answers

What occurs at the epiphyseal line when growth is complete?

Bone lengthening ceases as cartilage is fully ossified. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the electron transport chain?

To pump protons and create a gradient for ATP synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which zone of the epiphyseal plate is primarily responsible for the rapid increase in the number of cartilage cells?

Proliferation Zone Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating the growth of cartilage and bone at the epiphyseal plates?

Growth Hormone Signup and view all the answers

What role do thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) play in bone growth?

They are essential for the development and maturation of the skeleton. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following nutrients is NOT directly associated with bone mineralization?

Iron Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is primarily responsible for flexing the big toe?

Flexor Hallucis Longus Signup and view all the answers

What impact does physical activity have on bone health?

It stimulates bone remodeling and strengthening. Signup and view all the answers

How does vitamin D deficiency affect bone health?

It can cause rickets in children. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Tibialis Posterior muscle?

Involved in plantarflexion and supports the arch Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ossification zone in the epiphyseal plate?

To replace dead cartilage with bone tissue. Signup and view all the answers

What movement is the Fibularis (Peroneus) Brevis muscle primarily associated with?

Eversion Signup and view all the answers

Which process does the mitochondria perform to generate ATP?

Cellular Respiration Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of mitochondria in the cell?

Convert nutrients into ATP Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary function of the leg muscles?

Enable essential movements like walking and running Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is responsible for eversion of the foot?

Fibularis Longus Signup and view all the answers

Which structure within the mitochondria increases surface area for energy production?

Cristae Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Summary of Nervous System

The nervous system is responsible for coordinating body functions. It does this through nerve impulses.
The nervous system has two main divisions: central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS).

Central Nervous System (CNS)

The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord.
The brain is responsible for interpreting sensory information, making decisions, and sending motor commands.
The spinal cord is the communication highway between the brain and the body.

Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)

The PNS consists of all the nerves that lie outside the CNS.
It connects the CNS to the body's limbs and organs.
The PNS is divided into two main systems: somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system.

Somatic Nervous System (SNS)

The SNS controls voluntary movements.
It carries sensory information from the skin, muscles, and joints to the CNS.
Example: The optic nerve (Cranial Nerve II) carries visual information from the eyes to the brain.

Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)

The ANS controls involuntary functions.
It has two branches that typically have opposing actions: sympathetic nervous system and parasympathetic nervous system.

Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS)

Prepares the body for stressful or emergency situations.
General effects: increases heart rate, dilates airways, inhibits digestion, and dilates pupils.
Example: When stressed, the sympathetic system increases heart rate and releases adrenaline to prepare for action.

Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS)

Responsible for "rest and digest" activities.
General effects: decreases heart rate, constricts airways stimulates digestion, and constricts pupils.
Example: After eating, the parasympathetic system will work to get your digestive system working and calm your heart rate and breathing.

Nervous Tissue

Nervous tissue is responsible for communication within the body. It consists of neurons and supporting cells called glial cells.
Neurons transmit electrical impulses (action potentials).
Synapses are gaps between neurons where signals are transferred through neurotransmitters.

Types of Nerve Cells

Sensory neurons: Receive signals from sensory receptors and transmit them to the CNS.
Motor neurons: Carry signals from the CNS to muscles and glands.
Interneurons: Function as connectors within the CNS, linking sensory and motor neurons, and integrating information.
There are different types of neurotransmitters.

Membrane Structure

The cell membrane is the outer covering of a cell.
The cell membrane is selectively permeable, allowing certain substances to pass while blocking others.
The cell membrane has a phospholipid bilayer structure with embedded proteins.
Some functions of the cell membrane are selective permeability, protection and support, communication and signal reception, cell recognition, and transport

Mechanisms of Nerve Impulse Transmission

Action potential: A rapid change in the electrical charge across the neuron membrane.
Stages of action potential: resting potential, depolarization, repolarization, and hyperpolarization.
Refractory period: The period during which the neuron cannot generate another action potential.

Types of Muscle Contraction

Isometric Contraction: Muscle tension develops without visible movement.
Isotonic Contraction: Muscle contraction that results in movement.

Types of Muscles

Skeletal muscles: Voluntary, striated muscles responsible for body movements.
Smooth muscles: Involuntary muscles found in internal organs like the stomach, blood vessels, and intestines.
Cardiac muscles: Involuntary, striated muscles responsible for pumping blood.

Joint Movements

These movements occur at the ball and socket joints (flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation).

Types of Bones

Long bones: Femur, humerus
Short bones: Carpals, tarsals
Flat bones: Cranium, scapulae
Irregular bones: Vertebrae, ossicles

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This quiz covers key concepts related to the functions of the eye, including the cornea, retina, and optic nerve, as well as the hormonal regulation of the body. Test your knowledge on the roles of various structures in vision and the endocrine system. It's a great opportunity to reinforce your learning on these important biological concepts.