Chapter 1: Organization of the Body Flashcards
1
Q
What is anatomy?
A
The science of the structure of an organism and the relationships of its parts.
2
Q
What is autopoiesis?
A
Living organisms are self-organized and self-maintaining.
3
Q
What is metabolism?
A
Sum total of all physical and chemical reactions occurring in the living body.
4
Q
What is essential for human life?
A
Cytoplasm