Chapter 1 Flashcards
Anatomy
Studies the structure of the body parts and relation to one another
Gross Anatomy
Study of large body parts visible to the naked eye
Surface anatomy
Study of internal structures as they relate to the overlaying the skin surface. (Bulging muscles on body)
Microscopic
Structures too small to be seen with the naked eye
Cystology
Study of cells in the body
Histology
Study of tissue
Physiology
How the body works and carry our daily activities
Principal of Complementary
Ex:
- Bones support the organs
- Blood flows through the heart and it prevent back flow
- muscles can contract bc of contractile units
Organ Systems
1. Integumentary 2 Skeletal 3 Muscular 4 Nervous 5 Endocrine 6 Cardiovascular 7 lymphatic system 8 Respiratory 9 Digestive 10 Urinary 11 Reproductive
Integumentary System
Skin, protection, temp control
Skeletal System
Protection of organs
Frame work
Produces red blood cells
Muscular System
Movement
Thermal regulation
Nervous System
Fast Acting control system
Send signals through the nerves
Endocrine System
Slow acting control system
Uses hormones
Reproductive system
Cardiovascular System
Circulatory system
Transport blood and oxygen
Lymphatic System
Immune System
Sends white blood cells to fight infection
Respiratory System
Keeps blood supplied with oxygen
Sends carbon dioxide out
Digestive System
Breaks down food
Distribution to body cells
Urinary System
Ph balance
Regulates water
Reproductive System
Overall function is to produce offspring