Describe the functional difference between the conducting zone and the respiratory zone of the respiratory tract
What will be an ideal response?
The tubes of the conducting zone transport air into or out of the respiratory system as it is inhaled and exhaled. Air is warmed, filtered, and moistened as it passes through the conducting zone. Gas exchange occurs in the respiratory zone of the alveoli.
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The process of ventilation includes both the transport of gases by bulk flow and the diffusion of gases into and out of the blood.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which region of the adrenal cortex synthesizes glucocorticoids?
A. Zona reticularis B. Zona glucosa C. Zona papillarosa D. Zona fasciculata E. Zona glomerulosa
The dead cells usually remain in the exposed stratum corneum layer for ________ before they are shed or washed away.
A) at least one year B) the entire life of the individual C) four to six weeks D) five to eight hours E) about two weeks
The actions of glucocorticoids include
a. increased gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis b. increased fat mobilization c. increased breakdown of muscle proteins d. anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects at pharmacological levels e. all of the above