Anatomy and Physiology Module 1.2.

Question 1

How do gross anatomy and microscopic anatomy differ?

Answer 1

gross anatomy examines structures that can be seen with the unaided eye, such as organs and organ systems.

microscopic anatomy require the aid of a microscope.
(Topics: histology, cytoloy)

Question 2

How are physiological specializations classified?

Answer 2

according to the organ or organ system being studied.

i.e. neurophysiology studies the brain and nerves (neuro- = “nerve”), and cardiovascular physiology studies the heart and blood vessels.

Question 3

How do the six levels of organization of the human body relate to one another?

Answer 3

Chemical, Cell, Tissue, Organ, Organ system, Organism

Question 4

What are the 11 organ systems in the body?

Answer 4

Integumentary / Skeletal / Muscular / Nervous / Endocrine / Lymphatic / Cardiovascular / Respiratory / Digestive / Urinary / Reproductive systems

Question 5

What are the properties common to all living organisms?

Answer 5

Cellular composition.

Metabolism.

Growth

Excretion

Responsiveness

Movement

Reproduction