anatomy 1 Flashcards
what is anatomy?
Scientific study of body structure
and development
how can anatomy be studied ?
regional approach and systemic approach
what is the functions of the integmentary system ?
covering and protect deeper tissue from injury
synthesizes vitamin D
location of sensory receptors
location of sweet and oil glands
what is the functions of the skeletal system ?
protects and supports body organs
provides a framework the muscles to cause movement
blood cells are formed within bones
what is the functions of the muscular system ?
locomotion
facial expression
body posture
produces heat
what is the functions of the nervous system ?
responds to the changes by activating muscles and glands
what is the functions of the endocrine system ?
glands produce horm regulate processes as growth
what is the functions of the cardiovascular system ?
1- the blood vessels transport blood which carries
oxygen
nutrients
hormones
carbon dioxide
wastes
2- the hart pumps the blood
what is the function of lymphatic system ?
picks up the fluid leaked from the blood and returns it
houses white blood cells involved in immunity
what is the function of the respiratory system ?
keep the blood supplied with o and removes carbon dioxide
gas exchange
what is function of the digestive system ?
breaks down food into absorbable nutrients
indigestible foodstuffs are eliminated as faces
what is the function of the urinary system ?
1-eliminates nitrogen wast
2-regulates :
water electrolyte acid-base balance
what is Bilateral ?
- paired structures having right and left members (kidneys )
Unilateral ?
occurring on one side only (e.g. spleen);
Ipsilateral ?
- occurring on the same side of the body (e.g. right thumb and right
great toe