anatomy test Flashcards
what is the process of reproduction called ?
mitosis
how much blood does the human body contain?
8-10 pints
why is it important as an esthetician to know about the muscles of the forearm ?
to maintain good body mechanics during treatments
what are valves ?
structures that close a passage flow in one direction only
what is the connection between two or more bones of the skeleton ?
joint
what is the body system that controls and coordinates all other body systems ?/
nervous
this muscle closes the eyes
orbicularis oculi
which type of muscle will estheticians work with
skeletal
what is not true about the brain ?
it is the largest organ in the body
what carries messages to and from the brain and controls and coordinates all body functions ?
nerve tissue
what is true of the pituitary gland?
it is the most complex organ of the endocrine system
what binds the tissue of the body together ?
connective tissue
what body system/is responsible for changing food into nutrients and waste ?
digestive
what of these muscles are used in chewing?
the masseter and temporalis are the muscles used in chewing
What are the 3 muscles of the ear called?
auricularis muscles
what is the one reason estheticians should study body systems ?
to understand the effect services have on the body
what is the primary function of the skeletal system ?
providing the physical foundation of the body
what body system serves as a protective covering for the body ?
integumentary
what muscle is used to grin ?
risorius
which body system regulates temperature and produces vitamin D ?
integumentary
this movement is used to rotate the muscles
supinate
which muscle draws the scalp backward?
occipitalis
what is the study of the structure and composition of tissue
histology
what is defecation
eliminating waste from the body
what organ in the endocrine system secretes enzyme producing calls that are responsble for digesting cabrs, proteins, and fats ?
pancreas
what is true of the origin part of the muscle ?
it is the closest to the skeleton
what is the fluid part of the blood that carries food and secretions to the cells and carbon dioxide from the cells.
plasma
what is the primary function of the lymphatic/ immune system
protecting the body from disease
which body system eliminates dioxide as a waste product?
respiratory
where in the body does the spinal cord originate ?
brain
if you want to puker up, you need the _____ muscle.
orbicularis oris
what body system is a group of specialized glands that affect the growth development and sexual activities and health of the body ?
endocrine
how many identical daughter cells are formed when a cell divides during mitosis i
two
connective, epithelial, muscle, and nerve are types of what found in the body ?
tissue
when you show someone your muscles on your arm, you are most likely showing them your
bicep
which muscle is thin and flat between the upper and lower jaw that compresses the cheeks abd expels air beween the lips ?
buccinator
what circulates the blood
heart
what are platelets ?
blood components that contribute to the blood clotting process
which part of the muscle flexes but remains stationary?
origin
which movement separates the fingers ?
abduction
why does the parathyroid gland regulate blood calcium and phosphorus levels?
so the nervous system and muscular system can function properly
which body system protects the body from disease by developing resistances and destroying disease-causing toxins ?
immune / lymphatic
you use this muscle to smile but not grin.
levator anguli oris
what are the structures composed of specialized tissues and performing specific functions
organs
what are the secretions that the endocrine glands release directly into the bloodstream and that influence the welfare of the entire body ?
hormones
what is nutritive fluid flowing through the circulatory system
blood
how does massage help the muscles of the hand ?
maintains pliability
what is the primary function of the excretory system ?
purifying the body by elimination of waste matter
what bone forms the back of the skull ?
occipital
which body system controls and coordinates all bodily functions
nervous
what is the importance of lymph
to disperse white blood cells and cell nutrients
what is the primary function of the reproduction system ?
perpetuating the human race
what is covered, shaped, and supported by the muscular system ?
skeletal tissue
when you turn/ your head you are using the _____.
sternocleidomastoid
the kidneys and bladder are part of this system .
excretory system
when you bend forward you are using which muscle movement ?
flexion
what are glands ?
specialized organs that remove and convert elements from the blood
what is protoplasm ?
substance of which the cells of all living things are composed
what is the sternum ?
flat bone that forms the ventral support of the ribs
this muscle pulls down the corners of the mouth
triangularis
what do the kidneys do?
excrete water and waste products
what is the primary function of the circulatory system ?
moving blood through the body
what is the primary function of the respiratory system ?
breathing
which large flat triangular muscle covers the lower back ?
latissimus dorsi
which muscles causes wrinkles in the forehead ?
frontalis
