Chapter 1 - Organization and General Plan of the Body Flashcards
Define:
Anatomy
The science that studies the structures of living things
ie: the structures of cells, tissues, and organs
Define:
Physiology
The study of how the body functions
ie: What cells do, how they do it, how it relates to the the body
Define:
Pathophysiology
The study of disorders of functioning
Mention:
Two Major Categories of Chemicals
Inorganic Chemicals and Organic Chemicals
Explain:
Inorganic Chemicals
Usually simple molecules made of one or two elements and does not have a covalent bond between hydrogen and carbon
ie: water, oxygen, and carbon dioxide
Explain:
Organic Chemicals
Often very complex and always contain the elements carbon and hydrogen
Explain:
Cell
The smallest living units of structure and function
Explain:
Tissue
Group of cells with similar structure and function
https://www.britannica.com/science/tissue
Mention:
4 Main Types of Tissues
- Epithelial tissues
- Connective tissues
- Muscle tissues
- Nerve tissue
https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/8682.htm
Explain:
Epithelial tissues
They cover or line body surfaces and some are capable of producing secretions with specific functions.
ie: Skin, sweat glands, walls of capillaries, kidney tubules
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Organ
A group of tissues precisely arranged so as to accomplish specific functions.
Explain:
Organ System
A group of organs that all contribute to a particular function.
ie: urinary system, digestive system, and respiratory system
Explain:
Metabolism
Connective tissues
Muscle tissues
They are specialized for contraction, which brings about movement.
