chapter 2 part 1

Question 1

the scientific study of the body’s structures

Answer 1

human anatomy

Question 2

small structures that can only be observed and analyzed with the assistance of a microscope

Answer 2

microscopic anatomy

Question 3

study of cells

Answer 3

cytology

Question 4

study of tissues

Answer 4

histology

Question 5

imaging best for hard structures such as bones

Answer 5

x ray imaging

Question 6

imaging technique that uses multiple angles of x rays at once to produce a more detailed image

Answer 6

ct scans

Question 7

study of interrelationships of all the structures in a specific body region, such as the abdomen

Answer 7

regional anatomy

Question 8

group of structures that work together to perform a unique body function

Answer 8

systemic anatomy

Question 9

about the body’s functions

Answer 9

physiology

Question 10

study of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and how these work together

Answer 10

neurophysiology

Question 11

the study of changes associated with disease

Answer 11

pathology

Question 12

study of the endocrine system

Answer 12

endocrinology

Question 13

study of the heart and how it helps circulate blood throughout the body

Answer 13

cardiology

Question 14

study of the nervous system

Answer 14

neurology

Question 15

discuss how the body maintains homeostasis

Answer 15

endocrinology and neurology

Question 16

themes of anatomy and physiology

Answer 16

structure and function, evolution and human variation, flow, homeostasis