chapter 1- the human Flashcards
what is anatomy?
the study of body parts / structure
what is physiology?
study of function
complementarity of structure and function
how something is designed in relation to its function
example of complementarity of structure and function
the circular folds, villi, and microvilli in the small intestines increase surface area to increase absorption.
developmental anatomy
structural changes that occur from conception to adulthood (lifelong)
embryology
structural changes that occur in utero, from fertilization to birth
macroscopic anatomy
what you can see with the naked eye
examples of macroscopic anatomy
systemic anatomy
regional anatomy
surface anatomy
systemic anatomy
studies the body by the systemic approach (CV, respiratory, etc)
regional anatomy
studies ALL structures in a certain region of the body (ex. knee of a cadaver)
surface anatomy
studies the surface of the skin to examine internal structures (ex. bruising, edema, redness)
microscopic anatomy
used to see structures, cannot be seen with the naked eye `
examples of microscopic anatomy
cytology and histology
cytology
study of structural features of cells (study of the cell)
histology
study of tissues
tomographic anatomy
medical imaging such as CT scans to better determine where structures are
pathologic anatomy
study of diagnosis and disease, what causes disease and the effects it has on the body
hierarchy of anatomy
chemical (atoms)
cellular (cells)
tissue (epithelial, connective, muscular, nervous)
organ (stomach, liver, bladder)
organ system (reproductive, nervous,)
organism (human)
organ systems
integumentary
skeletal
muscular
nervous
endocrine
cardiovascular
lymphatic/immune
respiratory
digestive
urinary (renal)
reproductive
integumentary system
barrier system: provides protection, regulates temperature, prevents water loss, helps produce vitamin D
consists of skin, hair, nails, and sweat glands
skeletal system
keeps the body upright; provides protection and support, allows body movements, produces blood cells. and stores minerals and adipose
consists if bones, cartilages, ligaments, and joints
muscular system
produces body movements, maintains posture, and produces body heat
consists of muscles that are attached to the skeleton by tendons
nervous sytem
controls the body; regulatory system that detects sensations and controls movements, physiological processes, and intellectual functions
consists of brain, spinal cord, nerves, and sensory receptors
endocrine system
opposite of nervous system; regulatory system that influences metabolism, growth, reproduction, and many other functions.
consists of glands (pituitary) that secrete hormones, pancreas, and testes/ ovaries
cardiovascular system
transports nutrients, waste products, gases, and hormones throughout the body; plays a role in immune response and the regulation of body temp
consists of heart, blood vessels, and blood
lymphatic system
filters through a one way system; removes foreign substances from the blood and lymph, combats disease, maintains tissue fluid balance, and absorbs dietary fats from the digestive tract.
consists of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and other lymphatic organs
respiratory system
exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and sir and regulates blood pH.
consists of the lungs and respiratory passsages
digestive system
preforms chemical and mechanical processes of digestion, absorption of nutrients, and elimination of wastes.
consists of mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and accessory organs
urinary system
removes waste from the blood and regulates blood pH, ion balance, and water balance. consists of the kidneys, urinary bladder, and ducts that carry urine. Kidney is major organ*
female reproductive system
produces oocytes and is the site of fertilization and fetal development; produces milk for newborn, produces hormones that influence sexual function and behaviors.
consists of ovaries, uterine tubes, uterus, vagina, mammary glands, and associated structures
male reproductive system
produces and transfers sperm cells to the female and produces hormones that influence sexual functions and behaviors. consists of testes, accessory structures, ducts, and penis