animal: cells to system Flashcards
large intestine
duodenum
, which is where most digestion and nutrient absorption takes place.
Bronchi
the air passes into branching tubes called the bronchi(singular bronchus). Each bronchusthen continues
Veins
Veins primarily carry deoxygenatedblood, from which oxygen has been removed and car
Arteries
arteries primarily carry oxygenatedblood, which releases carbon dioxide waste and a
The systemic circuit
The systemic circuit is the path of blood circulation between the heart and the rest of th
Pulmonary circuit
The pulmonary circuit is the path of blood circulation between the lungs
The systemic circuit
Is the path of blood circulation between the heart and the rest of the body(excluding the lungs)
The two most common causes of heart disease
Hypertension and arteriosclerosis
Appendix function
•The appendixis believed to have once stored enzymes that assisted early humans in the digestion of cellulose-rich plants. It is now thought to be a store for good bacteria used to “reboot” the digestive system after diarrheal illnesses
Appendix characteristics
The appendix finger shaped organ with unknown functions