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What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system?
What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system?
What is the main function of the capillaries in the circulatory system?
What is the main function of the capillaries in the circulatory system?
Which type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movement and is found in organs and blood vessels?
Which type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movement and is found in organs and blood vessels?
What is the primary function of the small intestine in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of the small intestine in the digestive system?
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Which part of the nervous system transmits messages between the brain and peripheral nervous system?
Which part of the nervous system transmits messages between the brain and peripheral nervous system?
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What is the main function of the platelets in the circulatory system?
What is the main function of the platelets in the circulatory system?
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What is the primary function of the villi and microvilli in the small intestine?
What is the primary function of the villi and microvilli in the small intestine?
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Which part of the muscle structure contains actin and myosin filaments that facilitate contraction?
Which part of the muscle structure contains actin and myosin filaments that facilitate contraction?
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What is the primary function of the esophagus in the digestive system?
What is the primary function of the esophagus in the digestive system?
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What is the main function of the glial cells in the nervous system?
What is the main function of the glial cells in the nervous system?
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Study Notes
Nervous System
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Central Nervous System (CNS):
- Brain: controls body functions, interprets sensory information, and facilitates thought and movement
- Spinal cord: transmits messages between brain and peripheral nervous system
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Peripheral Nervous System (PNS):
- Somatic nervous system: voluntary muscle control and sensory information
- Autonomic nervous system: involuntary functions, such as heart rate and digestion
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Nerve cells:
- Neurons: transmit and process information
- Glial cells: provide support and maintenance functions
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Functions:
- Controls and coordinates body functions
- Interprets and responds to sensory information
- Facilitates thought, movement, and behavior
Circulatory System
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Heart:
- Pumps blood throughout the body
- Divided into four chambers: left and right atria, and left and right ventricles
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Blood vessels:
- Arteries: carry oxygenated blood away from the heart
- Veins: carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart
- Capillaries: allow for exchange of oxygen and nutrients with tissues
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Blood components:
- Plasma: liquid portion of blood
- Red blood cells: carry oxygen
- White blood cells: fight infection
- Platelets: facilitate blood clotting
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Functions:
- Transports oxygen and nutrients to tissues
- Removes waste products from tissues
- Regulates body temperature and pH
Digestive System
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Mouth:
- Food is broken down by teeth and mixed with saliva
- Saliva contains enzymes that break down carbohydrates
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Esophagus:
- Food is transported to the stomach through peristalsis
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Stomach:
- Food is mixed with stomach acid and digestive enzymes
- Churning action breaks down food into a liquid mixture
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Small intestine:
- Nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream
- Villi and microvilli increase surface area for absorption
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Large intestine:
- Water and electrolytes are absorbed
- Waste is prepared for elimination
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Functions:
- Breaks down food into nutrients
- Absorbs nutrients into the bloodstream
- Eliminates waste products
Muscular System
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Types of muscle:
- Skeletal muscle: voluntary movement, attached to bones
- Smooth muscle: involuntary movement, found in organs and blood vessels
- Cardiac muscle: involuntary movement, found in the heart
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Functions:
- Movement and locomotion
- Maintains posture and balance
- Regulates body temperature
- Supports circulation and respiration
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Muscle structure:
- Muscle fibers: composed of myofibrils and sarcoplasm
- Myofibrils: contain actin and myosin filaments that facilitate contraction
- Sarcoplasm: contains myoglobin and electrolytes that support muscle function
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Description
This quiz covers the main functions and components of the human body's nervous, circulatory, digestive, and muscular systems. Learn about the structure and roles of each system and how they work together to maintain overall health.
