Chapter 2: Body Arrangement Flashcards
How is the body arranged?
Body- Systems- Organs- Tissues- Cells
What do cells always contain?
Cell membrane, Cytoplasm, Nucleus
Cell Membrane
outermost boundary of the cell; encloses the cytoplasm
Cytoplasm
Watery internal environment inside the cell
Cytology
study of cells and their functions
Nucleus
contains the cell’s DNA
Define Cells
Smallest structure of a body that has all the properties of being alive
What are all the properties of being alive?
Responding to stimuli
Engaging in metabolic activities
Reproducing itself
What are the functions of cells?
reproduction, hormone secretion, energy production, and excretion
What are the specific functions?
contraction by muscle cells and electrical impulse transmission by nerve cells
Histology
the study of tissues
How are tissues formed?
when like cells are grouped together and function together to perform a specific activity
How many types of tissues?
4: muscle tissue, epithelial tissues, connective tissue, and nervous tissue
What do muscle tissues do?
Produces movement in the body through contraction, or shortening in length
What are the 3 basic types of muscle tissues?
skeletal muscle, smooth muscle, or cardiac muscle
Cardiac muscle
found in the heart
Smooth muscle
found in internal organs (intestine, uterus, and blood vessels)
Muscle Fibers
individual muscle cells
Skeletal Muscle
attached to bone
What is Epithelial Tissue?
Found throughout the body and is composed of close-packed cells that form the covering for and lining of body structures.
Specialized to absorb substances (nutrients from the intestines), secrete substances (sweat glands), or excrete waste ( such as the kidney tubules)
Epithelium
Epithelial
What are Connective Tissues?
Supporting and protecting tissue in body structures
Performs many different functions depending of its location
What is the role of Adipose?
provides protective padding around body structure
What is the role of Bone?
provides structural support for the body
What is the role of Cartilage?
shock absorber in joints
What is the roles of tendons?
tightly connect skeletal muscles to bones
What is made up of Nervous Tissue?
Brain, Nerves, Neurons, and Spinal Cord
Define organs.
Composed of several different types of tissue
Define systems
composed of several organs working in a coordinated manner to perform complex functions
What is the medical speciality of the Integumentary System?
dermatology
What are the structures of the integumentary system?
Skin
Hair
Nails
Sweat Glands
Sebaceous Glands
What are the functions of the integumentary system?
Forms protective two-way barrier and aids in temperature regulation
What are the medical specialities in the Musculoskeletal system?
Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgery
What are the structures in the Musculoskeletal System?
Bones
Joints
Muscles
What are the functions of the musculoskeletal system?
Skeleton supprts and portects the body, forms blood cells, and stores minerals. Muscles provide movement
What is the medical specialty for the Cardiovascular system?
Cardiology
What are the structures in the Cardiovascular system?
Heart
Arteries
veins
What are the functions of the Cardiovascular system?
Pumps blood through the entire body to transport nutrients, oxygen, and wastes
What is the medical specialty of the blood (hematic system)?
Hematology
What are teh structures in the blood (hematic system)?
Plasma
Erythrocytes
Leukocytes
Platelets
What are the functions of the blood (hematic system)?
Transports oxygen, protects against pathogens, and controls bleeding
What is the medical specialty of the lymphatic system?
Immunology
What are the structures of the lympathic system>
Lymph nodes
lymphatic vessels
Spleen
Thymus gland
tonsils
What are the functions of the lymphatic system?
Protects the body from disease and invasion from pathogens
What are the medical specialities of the respiratory system?
Otorhinolaryngology
Pulmonology
Thoracic Surgery
What are the structures of the Respiratory system?
Nasal cavity
Pharynx
Larynx
Trachea
Bronchial tubes
lungs
What are the functions of the Respiratory System?
Obtains oxygen and removes carbon dioxide from the body
What are the medical specialties of the Digestive or Gastrointestinal System (GI)>
Gastroenterology
Proctology
What are the structures in the Digestive system? (10)
Oral cavity
Pharynx
Esophagus
Stomach
Small intestine
Colon
Liver
Gall bladder
Pancreas
Salivary glands
What are the functions of the digestive system?
Ingest, digests, and absorbs nutrients for the body