chapter 1 Flashcards
anatomy
The study of body parts
physiology
The study of how body parts work
levels of organizational structure
Atoms, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organism
integumentary system
skin, hair, nails
skeletal system
bones, joints, cartilage, ligaments
muscular system
muscles, tendons
nervous system
Brain, spinal cord, nerves
endocrine system
glands that produce hormones, thyroid, adrenal, pituitary
circulatory system
blood, blood vessels, heart
respiratory system
lungs, trachea, larynx, nose
digestive system
mouth, stomach, intestines
urinary system
kidneys, ureters, Bladder
lymphatic system
lymph, lymph nodes, immunity
reproductive system
male and female sex organs
occipital
posterior surface of head
popliteal
posterior knee region
homeostasis
body’s ability to maintain stable internal conditions
maintain boundaries
skin for body, cell membrane for cells
movement
internal and external abilities to move
responsiveness
irritability
digestion
Breaking down food small enough to enter cells
metabolism
getting energy from the food you eat
excretion
waste removal
reproduction
mitosis and Meiosis
