Chapter 1: Major Learning Objectives

Question 1

Define: Anatomy

Answer 1

Anatomy is the study structures.

Question 2

List the structural organization of the human body: FROM SMALLEST TO LARGEST!

Answer 2

1. Atom
2. Molecules
3. Cells
4. Tissue
5. Organs
6. Organ system
7. Organismal level

Question 3

Define: Atoms & give an example

Answer 3

An atom is the simpliest and smallest part of the body.
An example would be: protons, electrons, and neutrons

Question 4

Define: Molecules & give an example

Answer 4

A molecule is two or atoms bonded together.
An example of this would be: Proteins, water, and or DNA

Question 5

Define: Cell & give an example

Answer 5

A cell are made from molecules; smallest structural and functional part of the human body.
An example of this would be: Bone & fat cells

Question 6

Define: Tissue & give an example

Answer 6

Tissue is similar in anatomy and functional….
An example of this would be: Nervous, epithelial, muscle, and connective tissue

Question 7

Define: Organ & give an example

Answer 7

Two or more organs to perform a specific task.
An example of this would be: Digestive system

Question 8

Define: Organ system & give an example

Answer 8

Related to organs to that coordinate function to achieve sequence.
ex. large and small intestines

Question 9

Define: Organismal level & give an example

Answer 9

It is all systems working together to maintain organism; highest level.
An example of this would be: Cystic fibrosis

Question 10

List the seven living organisms

Answer 10

1. Organization
2. Metabolism
3. Growth & development
4. Responsiveness
5. Adaptation
6. Regulation
7. Reproduction

Question 11

Define: Organization & give an example

Answer 11

Is organized from simpliest to complexed atoms.
An example of this would be:

Question 12

Define: Metabolism & give an example

Answer 12

Are chemical reactions.
Examples of this would be: Food converts to energy and muscle contractions

Question 13

Define: Growth/ Development & give an example

Answer 13

Materials from the enviroment.
Example of this is: Increases in size and specialization

Question 14

Define: Responsiveness & give an example

Answer 14

A sense to respond to internal and external stimuli.
An example of this would be: Sweating

Question 15

Define: Adaptation & give an example

Answer 15

An alternation in anatomic structure, physiology, or behavior to increase reproductive success.
An example of this is: Tanning or walking upwards

Question 16

Define: Regulation & give an example

Answer 16

To be balanced in the body; homeostasis.
Examples of this would be: Blood pressure, temperature, and or oxygen levels

Question 17

Define: Reproduction & give an example

Answer 17

New cells generate for maintenance; growth; repair; reproduction.
Example of this would be: Mitosis (produces new body cell reproduction

Question 18

Why do use anatomical positon?

Answer 18

We use the anatomical positon to provide a clear and consistent way of human anatomy.

Question 19

How would I describe the anatomical position?

Answer 19

• Standing upright
• Feet are parallel and on the floor
• Head level and facing forward
• Arms at side of body
• Palms facing forward and thumbs pointing away from the body

Question 20

Define: The axial region of the body

Answer 20

The axial region is the head, neck, and truck of the body.

Question 21

Define: The appendicular region of the body

Answer 21

The appendicular region of the body is the upper and lower limbs.

Question 22

What is the serious membrane?

Answer 22

Membrane that forms between space and or cavity.
Bonds and reduces friction.

Question 23

Define: Serious Fluid

Answer 23

A fluid that flows between space and or surrounds the organs.

Question 24

Define: Partetal Layer

Answer 24

Lines cavity; has serious fluid that flows through or in between the layer.

Question 25

Define: Visceral Layer

Answer 25

Lines organ; covers organ to protect it.