11 Systems

Question 1

Which layer does Vit d production occur at?

Answer 1

Stratum basal and stratum spinosum

Question 2

What shape does the cutaneous membrane have?

Answer 2

Stratified squamous epithelium

Question 3

What are the accessory structures that are in the integumentary system?

Answer 3

hair follicles, nails, exocrine glands, BV and nerve fibres

Question 4

What is the function of bone marrow?

Answer 4

Red = flat bones = RBC production (pelvis, sternum, skull and ribs)

Yellow = long bones = Stores of fat cells

Question 5

What is the role of PNS?

Answer 5

Link CNS to all other sensory organs and systems

Question 6

Name the 9 organs in the Endocrine system

Answer 6

Pituitary gland/hypothalamus - regulates growth/fluid balance
pineal gland - day/night rhythms
Adrenal glands - water and mineral balance
pancreas - glucose control
gonads - sexual characteristics and reproduction
kidneys - major hormone producing cells
thyroid - metabolic rate
thymus - maturation of lymphocytes
parathyroid gland - calcium levels

Question 7

what is the role of the spleen?

Answer 7

Monitors circulation of blood cells
engulfs pathogens
recycles red blood cells
stimulates immune response

Question 8

Where are lymphatic capillaries NOT found?

Answer 8

CNS, spleen, avascular tissues (cartilage and EPT) and bone marrow

Question 9

What are the responsibilities of blood?

Answer 9

Carry nutrients, carry O2 and CO2, acid base balance , defence against illness, temp reg, waste removal

Question 10

What are the accessory organs in the male reproductive system?

Answer 10

Epididymis
ductus deferens
seminal glands
prostate glands
uretha