Austin Alexander
Anatomy & Physiology teacher | Experienced educator in USA
I hold a degree in Anatomy & Physiology from Harding University. With a passion for unraveling the intricacies of the human body, I've dedicated myself to educating others in this field. My approach blends academic rigor with practical insight, ensuring students grasp complex concepts with clarity. As a tutor, I thrive on fostering curiosity and instilling a deep understanding of anatomical structures and physiological processes. Let's embark on a journey of discovery together, where learning becomes an adventure and understanding becomes second nature.
Questions
Exposure to ultraviolet light causes melanocytes to produce more melanin yielding a suntan. Why would sun exposure prompt this increased melanin production? In other words, what is the function of a suntan?
If the integumentary system provides protection against the harmful rays of the sun, why should we also need to use sunscreen?
What advantage is it that the human body temperature 37 degrees?
What does it mean when you have low blood platelets?
Why are lymphocytes tested in a complete blood count? What do they signify?
Vertebrae are examples of what type of bones?
What is the longest cranial nerve?
Is the common bile duct the same as the bile duct?
There are several forms of this kind of blood cell. Each of them aids in the fight against disease in the body. What type of blood cell is this?
Which are lined with muscle tissue, veins or arteries?
How can you improve the immune system of your body?
My 19th week scan report shows that my placenta position was "anterior." Will I still be able to have a normal delivery?
How is the heart restarted after bypass surgery?
What is an enzyme found in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine? What is the function of this enzyme?
Is the cerebral cortex the outermost part of the cerebrum, or are they the same thing?
What are two examples of lymphatic tissue in the gastrointestinal tract?
What body systems are affected by obesity?
Do circulating red blood cells have a nucleus?
What is the primary function of the pituitary gland?
Are the sex chromosomes (for humans X and Y ) expressed in all somatic cells? Or just those cells of organs that are related somehow to sexual phenotype (primary and secondary sexual characteristics)?