a) Explain what the effect would be on the digestive system and on the respiratory system if the epiglottis did not exist. b) What effects would this have on the body? Why? Explain how protein is digested in the
Name and describe the serous membranes of the lungs. Include both layers and their function(s). What function do the cartilage rings on the trachea perform? Define pharynx. What is the purpose of the cartilage rings of the trachea? Explain the gross and microscopic structure of the following:...
What is the purpose of sinuses in the skull? Where is the pleural cavity located? Describe its function. Describe the structure of a sarcomere. (a) Describe the structure of the alveoli. (b) What is its function? Describe the structure and function of the mucosa, submucosa, and muscularis...
Explain the role of enzymes in metabolic processes. a) Explain what the effect would be on the digestive system and on the respiratory system if the epiglottis did not exist. b) What effects would this have on the body? Why? Relate the anat...
The larynx is an anatomical structure that allows for speech production, and it has been studied since antiquity. Modern studies have focused on its function in articulation, phonation, and phonation dynamics. The main purpose of this section is to introduce some basic terms related to the larynx...
What are the anatomic terms for such projections, and what is the purpose of these projections? Which of the following is not a vertebrate feature? a. closed circulatory system b. exoskeleton c. liver d. neural crest Select the correct answer. Which st...
The purpose of the respiratory mucosa is to condition air before it enters the alveoli. Explain what the term 'condition' means. What are the mechanics of ventilation? Explain the muscles involved. Define Expiration. What is the significance of lung elasticity to exhalation? Give the med...