Medical Terminology Review

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What type of muscle can be found in the heart?

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Cardiac muscle is the type of muscle found in the heart, responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.

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Ring-like muscle that surrounds the eye?

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The Orbicularis oculi is the ring-like muscle that surrounds the eye, allowing for blinking and closing of the eyelids.

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What does PNS stand for?

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PNS stands for Peripheral Nervous System, which is a part of the nervous system that connects the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body.

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What are the basic units of the body?

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Cells are the basic units of the body, serving as the building blocks for all living organisms.

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How many ventricles does the brain have?

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The brain has 4 ventricles, which are cavities that produce and contain cerebrospinal fluid.

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What is the function of skeletal muscle?

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Skeletal muscle is responsible for voluntary movements of the body, such as walking and lifting.

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What is the role of smooth muscle?

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Smooth muscle controls involuntary movements in organs, such as the digestive tract and blood vessels.

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Define the term 'neurons'.

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Neurons are specialized cells in the nervous system that transmit information through electrical and chemical signals.

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What is the function of the heart?

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The heart pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products.

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What is the significance of the central nervous system (CNS)?

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The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and spinal cord, and it processes information and coordinates responses.