E3

Question 1

What is an osmoreceptor

Answer 1

Cells that are sensitive to pressure, found in the hypothalamus

Question 2

Function of hypothalamus

Answer 2

Regulates hunger and thirst, blood pressure, body temp, fluid balance, maintains homeostasis

Question 3

ADH (antidiuretic hormone) function

Answer 3

Regulates water reabsorption but changes permeability of distal tubule and collecting duct

Question 4

Aldosterone hormone

Answer 4

Produced in adrenal cortex on top of kidney and increases reabsorption of sodium and secretes K+

Question 5

3 ways to regulate blood ph

Answer 5

Blood buffer system, respiratory regulation, renal regulation