Anatomy and Physiology Quiz 1

1. Which of these endocrine glands situated in the brain interacts closely with the hypothalamus?

2. If your spinal cord is damaged, why might you lose the ability to move your limbs?

3. Which salivary gland type is the largest contributor to the saliva in our oral cavity?

4. A group of surgeons is working hard on a liver transplant. The procedure lasts for over 12 hours during which time they were mostly standing, focusing deeply, and looking intently at the surgical surfaces. If it was possible to measure their physiological parameters, which of these changes would be seen in their bodies?

5. A pacemaker is a small electrical device inserted into the chest, which sends a repetitive signal to the sinoatrial node. Why would this be necessary?

6. Why is an enlarged prostate gland a sign of poor health?

7. Which of the following is NOT a function of the autonomic nervous system?