Basic Info

Question 1

Anatomy

Answer 1

the structure of the body

Question 2

Physiology

Answer 2

how the body functions

Question 3

make up of the body

Answer 3

atoms - molecules - organelles - cells - tissue - organs - systems

Question 4

cells

Answer 4

basic building blocks of all life; smallest unit capable of physiological functions - sex cells (oocytes/sperm) + somatic cells

Question 5

tissues

Answer 5

specialized groups of cells combined into organized collections that serve specific functions

Question 6

organs

Answer 6

tissues combined to form organs, performing specific functions

Question 7

systems

Answer 7

groups of organs that work together to perform 1+ functions

Question 8

epithelial tissue

Answer 8

covers exposed body surfaces (ie skin); lines internal passageways (ie digestive tract), chambers, cavities (ie heart); forms glands

Question 9

connective tissue

Answer 9

provides structural support + fills internal spaces, transport fluids and dissolved materials within body, and stores energy reserves (ie. bone, cartilage, fat, blood)

Question 10

muscle tissue

Answer 10

shortens as it contracts to perform specific movements, generates heat

Question 11

neural tissue

Answer 11

carries info from one part of the body to another when stimulated (mostly brain and spinal cord)