Chapter 1 Flashcards
Define Anatomy
study of structure
Greek – “a cutting up”
Define Physiology
study of function
Greek – “relationship to nature”
What are the 10 levels of organization in order?
Subatomic particles, atom, molecule, macromolecule, organelle, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism
What are examples of subatomic particles?
Protons, Neurons, Electrons
What are atoms made up of?
Subatomic particles. (Protons and Neurons make up the nucleus and electrons are around the electron shell)
What are molecules?
2 or more atoms joined together
What are examples molecules?
Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Chlorine (Cl), Carbon Dioxide (CO2), and Glucose (C6H12O6)
What is a macromolecule?
small molecules joined together
What are examples of macromolecules?
DNA and proteins
What is the function of DNA
responsible for storing genetic information that is used to control almost every aspect of cellular expression.
What are examples of organelles?
Mitochondria, Nucleus, Golgi Apparatus, etc.
What is the Basic structural and
functional unit of the
body
The Cell
What makes up the cell?
Organelles
What is tissue?
A Group of cells
working together to
perform a function
What are the 4 basic types of tissue?
– epithelial (epi)
– connective tissue (CT)
– muscle (mm)
– nerve (n)
What is an organ?
2 or more tissues
joined together with a
specific function and
shape
What is an organ system? How many organ systems are there in the human body?
• Related organs with a
common function
* 11
What are the components of the integumentary system?
-skin
– hair
– glands
What are the functions of the integumentary system?
– protection – regulates body temperature – eliminates waste – vitamin D – sensations
What are the components of the skeletal system?
– Bones
– Joints
– Cartilage
What are the functions of the skeletal system?
– Support – Protection – Body movement – Produces blood cells – Stores minerals & fats
What are the components of the muscular system?
skeletal muscles
What are the functions of the muscular system?
– body movement
– posture
– generates heat
What are the components of the nervous system?
– brain
– spinal cord
– nerves
– special sense organs
What are the function of the nervous system?
– action potentials (nerve impulses) – detects, interprets, and responds to changes in environment
What are the components of the endocrine system?
hormone-producing
glands and cells
What are the functions of the endocrine system?
– regulates body
activities
What are the components of the cardiovascular system?
– blood
– heart
– blood vessels
What are the function of the cardiovascular system
– pumps blood – carries O2 and nutrients to cells and wastes away – regulates temperature, acid-base balance, and H2O
What are the components of the lymphatic system?
– lymph fluid & vessels – spleen – thymus – lymph nodes – tonsils
What are the functions of the lymphatic system?
– transports dietary
lipids
– protection
What are the components of the respiratory system?
– lungs – pharynx – larynx – trachea – bronchial tree
What are the functions of the respiratory system?
– exchange of gases
– acid-base balance
– sound production
* breath in oxygen and release carbon dioxide (waste)
What are the components of the digestive system?
– mouth – pharynx – esophagus – stomach – small intestines – large intestines – salivary glands – liver – gallbladder – pancreas