Human Anatomy and Physiology

 BIO-515

Please answer the following Short Answer questions. The Short Answers should be clear and concise to address the main points of each topic as discussed in the subsequent weeks with a minimum of 250 words. An associated diagram/graph should be drawn (student-created) or included from the internet (please include the URL) to help clarify any of your points. Utilize the checklist below to assist with completion of each essay answer:

10 points: The information was correct and the main points of the topic were explained appropriately

5 points: A personal example or an application was included which effectively helped to strengthen the topic's points.

5 points: Inclusion of an appropriate diagram/graph to enhance the topic's points. The diagram/graph could be student-created or an image from the internet (please include the URL).

5 points: No grammatical and/or spelling errors.

5 points: Minimum of 250 words met per Topic answer.

Short Answer Topic #1: 

• Outline the structure of the Autonomic Nervous System and explain the neurotransmitters utilized 

Short Answer Topic #2: 

• Compare and contrast the function and structure of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic nervous systems and explain dual innervation 

Short Answer Topic #3: 

• Explain the receptors of the Autonomic Nervous System 

Short Answer Topic #4: 

• Explain the Neuromuscular junction 

Short Answer Topic #5: 

• Explain the structure of a sarcomere in skeletal muscle

Short Answer Topic #6: 

• Excitation-contraction coupling and muscle relaxation