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What is a primary function of the cilia in the respiratory tract?
What is a primary function of the cilia in the respiratory tract?
- To move trapped organisms out of the lungs (correct)
- To increase oxygen absorption
- To filter nutrients from the air
- To produce mucus
Which body organ system is least capable of controlling the entrance of microorganisms?
Which body organ system is least capable of controlling the entrance of microorganisms?
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Respiratory tract (correct)
- Skin
- Nervous system
What effect do conditions that impair an organ's specialized defences have on a person?
What effect do conditions that impair an organ's specialized defences have on a person?
- They reduce the efficacy of nutrient absorption
- They increase the person's susceptibility to infection (correct)
- They decrease susceptibility to infections
- They enhance the immune response
What is the primary role of the skin in infection defence?
What is the primary role of the skin in infection defence?
Which structure in the lungs plays a role in protecting against infections?
Which structure in the lungs plays a role in protecting against infections?
Study Notes
Overview of Body System Defences
- Various organ systems provide unique defenses against infections.
- Key systems: skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract.
Skin Defenses
- Acts as a primary barrier to pathogenic microorganisms.
- Microorganisms can easily adhere to the skin’s surface.
Respiratory Tract Defences
- Inhalation allows pathogens to enter lungs; complete control of entrance is not possible.
- Airways feature cilia that rhythmically beat to move mucus and trapped pathogens towards the pharynx for expulsion.
Gastrointestinal Tract Defences
- Pathogens can be ingested with food, requiring specialized defenses for gastrointestinal protection.
Implications of Impaired Defences
- Conditions that compromise specialized defences increase susceptibility to infections.
- Importance of maintaining healthy organ function to support immune responses.
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Description
Explore the unique defense mechanisms of the body's organ systems against infections. Understand how the skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract protect against pathogenic organisms. This quiz delves into the physiological adaptations specific to each system's structure and functions.
