A&P Final Exam Fall 2024

Front

What are the steps involved in negative feedback?

Back

The steps involved in negative feedback are: initiation event, stimulus, receptor, control center, effector, and response.

Front

What is the difference between endocrine and exocrine glands?

Back

Endocrine secretions are released into the surrounding tissues and blood, whereas exocrine secretions are discharged onto the surface of the skin or other epithelial surfaces.

Front

What does the term 'inferior' refer to in anatomical terms?

Back

Inferior refers to a position toward the feet.

Front

Which type of stem cell can develop into a complete organism?

Back

Totipotent stem cells have the potential to develop into a complete organism.

Front

What does 'anterior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Anterior refers to the front side of the body.

Front

Define 'receptor' in the context of negative feedback.

Back

A receptor is a structure that detects changes in the environment and sends information to the control center.

Front

What is the role of the control center in negative feedback?

Back

The control center processes the information received from the receptor and determines the appropriate response.

Front

What is an effector in the context of negative feedback?

Back

An effector is a structure that carries out the response to restore balance in the body.

Front

What is the function of endocrine glands?

Back

Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various body functions.

Front

What is the function of exocrine glands?

Back

Exocrine glands secrete substances onto epithelial surfaces or into body cavities through ducts.