Final anatomy Flashcards
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what gland secretes a hormone controlling metabolic rate
thyroid
master gland” that secretes at least nine hormones
pituitary gland
an organ that secretes hormones controlling blood sugar levels.
pancreas
an immune organ that also secretes hormones.
thymus
endocrine glands statements
The hormones they secrete regulate processes such as growth and metabolism.
They secrete messenger molecules called hormones.
They are a group of ductless glands.
the bony structure where the pituitary gland is located.
sella turcica of the sphenoid
Blood levels of which substance are regulated by secretion from parathyroid glands
calcium
which hormones does the pancreas secrete
insulin and glucagon
what that indicates a gland that regulates circadian rhythms.
pineal gland
what is the hypophysis
pituitary gland
The adrenal medulla secretes
epinephrine and norepinephrine.
T/F The endocrine cells of the pancreas are present in islets, whereas the exocrine cells are in acini.
true
Individuals with type 2 diabetes
may often control their disease by diet and exercise.
At which level of the respiratory tree is there no cartilage, where smooth muscle takes on an important role in regulating the amount of airflow through the tubule?
bronchioles
What is the histological significance of the mucosa of the oropharynx that is comprised of stratified squamous epithelium?
The area is subject to abrasion from food, so protection and regeneration are important.
The epiglottis is a cartilaginous flap that prevents food or liquid from being aspirated into the__________ .
lungs
he uvula lifts superiorly during swallowing to close off the__________ .
nasopharynx
What is the function of alveolar macrophages found within and between alveoli?
removal of microscopic inhaled particles
The superior boundary of the nasal cavity is formed by which structure(s)?
sphenoid and ethmoid bones
What is the anatomical relationship of the true vocal folds to the false vocal folds?
The true vocal folds are inferior to the false vocal folds.
What are the components of the respiratory membrane?
alveolar and capillary walls and their fused basal laminae
what assist in filtering, heating, and humidifying inspired air
nasal conchae
a muscular tube that serves as a common passageway for food and air.
laryngopharynx
a flexible tube that has C-shaped cartilaginous rings that keep it from collapsing.
trachea