Bio156 Quiz Chapter 16 (part 2)

Which endocrine glands are associated with the kidneys?

adrenal glands

The pectoral girdle supports the _____________?

arms

The part of the brain that is responsible for coordination during movement is the ____________.

cerebellum

Neurons contain _____________, which can receive signals from other neurons.

dendrites

Which component is responsible for initially stimulating a muscle contraction?

electrochemical signals

Which part of the nervous system directly controls the digestive system?

parasympathetic nervous system

Most of the hormones produced by the anterior pituitary perform what function?

regulate production of other hormones

What kind of muscle tissue is found surrounding the urinary bladder?

smooth

What is the function of the hormone erythropoietin?

stimulates production of red blood cells

Among other bones, the axial skeleton includes the ______________?

thoracic cage and vertebral column