Chapter 1 - Intro Flashcards
Define Microscopic Anatomy
Structures that cannot be seen without magnification
What is Cytology?
The study of cells
What is Histology?
The study of tissues
What is gross anatomy?
The study of structures visible to the naked eye
What elements make up 99% of the human body?
Hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, and nitrogen
What are the levels of organization of biological matter in a human, in ascending order?
Atom, molecule, organelle, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism
Define Responsiveness (irritability)
A change in activity based upon a stimulus (think: a chest rub)
Define adaptability
Long-term responsiveness
Define growth
The increase in size of an organism
Define differentiation
(Of an organ system or organism) to become specialized to preform particular functions
What are the two forms of metabolism and what do they do?
Anabolism: the bonding of chemicals together
Catabolism: the breaking of chemical bonds
What does Absorption mean in a biological sense?
The process of bringing chemicals in the body
Define the process of Respiration
The absorption, transport, and use of oxygen by cells
What type of metabolism does Digestion use?
Catabolism: breaking food down to make nutrients small enough to be absorbed
What is the purpose of the integumentary system?
Skin - protection from environmental hazards, temperature control
What is the purpose of the skeletal system?
Support and protection of soft tissues, mineral storage, blood formation
What is the purpose of the muscular system?
Locomotion, support, heat production (shivering)
What is the purpose of the nervous system?
Directing immediate responses to stimuli, usually by coordinating the activities of other organ systems (think of the immediate reaction of pulling your hand off of a hot stove)
What is the purpose of the endocrine system?
Directing the long-term changes in the activities of other organ systems (production of hormones)
What is the purpose of the cardiovascular system?
Internal transport of cells and dissolved materials, including nutrients, wastes, and gases
What is the purpose of the lymphoid system?
Defense against infection and disease
What is the purpose of the respiratory system?
Delivery of air to sites where gas exchange can occur between the air and circulating blood
What is the purpose of the digestive system?
Processing of food and absorption of organic nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and water; excretion of solid wastes
What is the purpose of the urinary system?
Elimination of excess water, salts, and waste products; control of pH
What is the purpose of the reproductive system?
Production of sex cells and hormones
Anatomical name for head
Cephalon (cephalic)
Anatomical name for the neck
Cervicus (cervical)
Anatomical name for the arm
Brachium
Anatomical name for the forearm
Antebrachium (antebrachial)
Anatomical name for the wrist
Carpus (carpal)
Anatomical name for the hand
Manus (manual)
Anatomical name for the thumb
Pollex