Unit 6- Digestive, Urinary, Reproductive, And Endocrine Flashcards
The function of the Canine (cuspid)
One pointed surface (cusp) for tearing and piercing
The function of the premolar (bicuspid)
Has two cusps to crush & grind
The function of the molar
Have more than two blunt cusp, best for crushing & grinding food
Name the muscles of mastification
Masseter & Temporalis
What makes up the Pharynx? (Also be able to identify)
Nasopharynx, Oropharynx, and Laryngopharynx
What is the function of the epiglottis during swallowing?
Keeps food/liquid from entering the larynx
Into what organ does the esophagus lead?
Stomach
Name the two salivary glands.
- Parotid gland/parotid duct
* Submandibular gland
Where in the oral cavity does the submandibular gland empty?
In the floor of the mouth lateral to the lingual frenulum
Where in the oral cavity does the parotid duct empty?
Opposite the second molar on the upper jaw.
Top curve of the stomach is named..
Lesser curvature
Bottom curve of stomach is named..
Greater curvature
The pyloric sphincter is a specialization of which layer of the muscularis externa?
Inner circular layer
What is the function of the rugae?
Expand the stomach to hold food
Name the blood supply of the left gastric artery
Travels along the lesser curvature of the stomach