Functions

Q: What is the function of the mesentery?

A: Holds the intestines in place and contains blood vessels that transport absorbed nutrients.

Q: What is the function of fat bodies?

A: Store energy for hibernation and reproduction (mainly in frogs).

Q: What is the function of the brain?

A: Controls bodily functions, movement, behavior, and processes sensory information.

Q: What is the function of the epiglottis?

A: Prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing (mainly in pigs).

Q: What is the function of the glottis?

A: Regulates airflow to the lungs during breathing.

What is the function of the gallbladder

A: It store and release bile to aid in digestion of fats.

Q: What is the function of the cloaca?

A: Serves as a common exit for the digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems (in frogs).

Q: What is the function of the lungs?

A: Facilitate gas exchange—oxygen in, carbon dioxide out.

Q: What is the function of the heart?

A: Pumps blood throughout the body to deliver oxygen and nutrients.

Q: What is the function of the diaphragm?

A: Aids in breathing by changing pressure in the thoracic cavity (in pigs).

Q: What is the function of the liver?

A: Produces bile, detoxifies the blood, and processes nutrients.

Q: What is the function of the gallbladder?

A: Stores and releases bile into the small intestine to aid in fat digestion.

Q: What is the function of the tympanic membrane?

A: Detects sound vibrations and helps with hearing.

Q: What is the function of vomerine teeth?

A: Help grip and hold prey inside the mouth (in frogs).

Q: What is the function of the esophagus?

A: Transports food from the mouth to the stomach.

Q: What is the function of the larynx?

A: Produces sound (voice box) and protects the trachea from food entry.

Q: What is the function of the pancreas?

A: Produces digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.

Q: What is the function of the ovaries?

A: Produce eggs and female sex hormones.

Q: What is the function of the kidneys?

A: Filter blood and produce urine to remove waste.

Q: What is the function of the testicles?

A: Produce sperm and male sex hormones.

Q: What is the function of the eyes?

A: Detect light and allow for vision.

Q: What is the function of the small intestine?

A: Absorbs nutrients from digested food.

Q: What is the function of the large intestine?

A: Absorbs water and forms solid waste (feces).

Q: What is the function of the spleen?

A: Filters blood and helps with immune system function.