PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 2020: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
School: University of Memphis
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 23
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Epiglottis & Glottis: Guardians of Breath and Swallow
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Learn about the critical roles of the epiglottis and glottis in our respiratory and digestive systems. Understand how the epiglottis acts as a protective gate during swallowing, while the glottis facilitates sound production. Together, they ensure safe breathing and swallowing.
Erythropoietin (EPO): Red Cell Production & Performance Risks
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Learn about the role of Erythropoietin (EPO), a natural kidney hormone, in controlling red blood cell production and oxygen transport. Discover how athletes misuse synthetic EPO for performance enhancement, despite the associated health risks.
How the Diaphragm and Scalene Muscles Control Your Breathing Explained
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Unveil the essential muscles that make breathing possible in this video. Learn why the diaphragm and scalene are crucial players and why other muscles like the trapezius and semispinalis aren't involved in respiration.
Caffeine's Impact on Alertness: Tapping into Fight-or-Flight Mechanism
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Explore the body's fight-or-flight response and its link to caffeine's effects. Learn how the interruption of cAMP phosphodiesterase leads to prolonged alertness and why caffeine can result in sleeplessness.
Bone Marking for Nutrient Foramen: Hole, Facet, Canal?
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Explore the structure of bones and the key role of the nutrient foramen a small but vital hole. This video will help you understand why this marking is essential for bone health. Discover the answer to what kind of bone marking the nutrient foramen forms
Coronary Arteries: The Essential Lifeline to the Heart's Muscle Explai
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Discover the intricacies of the human cardiovascular system, focusing on the heart's blood supply. Understand the unique role of coronary arteries in nourishing the myocardium. Gain insights into the critical vessels that ensure heart health.