Neuroanatomy Overview

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What is the function of the cerebellum?

Nerve coordination

What are the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system?

Sympathetic and parasympathetic

What is the function of the cranial nerves?

Transmit impulses between organs and the central nervous system

Where is the rumen located in the compound stomach?

Largest part Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the reticulum in the compound stomach?

Receives heavy food matter Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the abomasum in the digestive system?

Contains pepsin & hydrochloric acid Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the cardiovascular system?

Transportation Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition characterized by low red blood cell or hemoglobin content?

Anemia Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle is found in the heart?

Cardiac muscles Signup and view all the answers

What is the component of blood that is mainly responsible for transportation?

Plasma Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle is voluntary and helps in movements of arms and legs?

Skeletal muscles Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for excessive red blood cell count?

Polycythemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ureters?

Conveys urine from kidney to bladder Signup and view all the answers

Describe the structure of the urinary bladder.

Hollow muscular organ, size varies Position with the amount of urine it has Signup and view all the answers

How does the urethra differ between males and females?

Males have a long, usually curved urethra (for urine and semen), while females have a short, straight urethra (solely for urinary use) Signup and view all the answers

Explain the process of urine formation as mentioned in the text.

Move waste from blood to collecting tubules, water and other waste mix to form urine Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the lymphatic system in maintaining homeostasis?

Maintain homeostasis and tissue health Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the gizzard in the avian digestive system?

Physically reduce particle size of ingesta Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the liver in the avian digestive system?

Glycogen storage and formation, bile secretion, poison detoxification, uric acid breakdown, urea formation, fatty acids desaturation Signup and view all the answers

Where are most enzymes in mammals present?

Small intestine Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ceca in the avian digestive system?

Bacterial fermentation for fiber digestion Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the gallbladder in the avian digestive system?

Bile storage Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the kidneys in the avian urinary system?

Urine formation primary organ, remove and extract wastes from blood Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the bone marrow in the skeletal system?

creates RBC & WBC Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone classification is responsible for protecting and attaching internal organs?

Flat bones Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of irregular bones in the skeletal system?

protect, support, attach Signup and view all the answers

Which bone type helps in reducing tendon friction and acts like pulleys?

Sesamoid bones Signup and view all the answers

How do skeletal muscles contribute to movement production?

Skeletal muscles yank and pull bones Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of muscle contraction in the skeletal system in terms of heat generation?

Muscle contraction = heat Signup and view all the answers