chapter 1 Flashcards
Anatomy
the study of form/structure
Gross Anatomy
the examination of relatively large structures and features usually visible with the unaided eye.
Microscopic Anatomy
deals with structures that cannot be seen without magnification
Physiology
the study of function and how living organisms perform their vital functions.
Lymphatic system
returns fluid to blood ,defends against pathogens
Respiratory system
removes carbon dioxide from the body,delivers oxygen to the blood
muscular system
enables movement with the skeletal system and helps maintain body temperatures
nervous system
detects and processes sensory information and activates bodily responses. communication
integumentary system
encloses internal body structures, the site of many sensory receptors
skeletal system
supports the body, enables movement with the muscular system
endocrine system
secretes hormones, regulates bodily processes
cardiovascular system
delivers oxygen and nutrients to tissues ,equalizes temperature in the body
digestive system
processes food for use by the body, removes wastes from undigested food
urinary system
controls water balance in the body, removes wastes from blood and excretes them
male reproductive system
produces sex hormones and gametes, delivers gametes to the females
