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Milady standard Fundamentals Esthetics Exam Review Book > Chapter 6 Vocabulary > Flashcards

Chapter 6 Vocabulary Flashcards

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Abductors

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Muscles that draw a body part, such as finger, arm, or toe, Away from the midline of the body or of an extremity. Hand separates fingers.

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Absorption

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Transport of fully digested food into the circulatory system to feed the tissues and cells.

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Adductors

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Muscles that draw a body part, such as finger, arm, or toe,inward towards the median axis of the body or of extremity. Hand brings fingers together.

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Adipose tissue

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Specialized connective tissue (fat); gives smoothness and contour to the body and cushion.

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Adrenal Glands

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Glands that secrete 30 steroid hormones and control metabolic processes of the body

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Anabolism: Metabolism

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the process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones

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Anatomy

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Study of the human body;

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Angular Artery

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Artery that supplies blood to the side of the nose

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Anterior Auricular Artery

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Artery that supplies blood to the front of the ear

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Aorta

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Body’s largest artery. The arterial truck that carries blood from the heart to be distributed by branch arteries through the body

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Arteries

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Thick walled muscular and flexible tubes that carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the capillaries through the body

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Arterioles

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Small arteries that believer blood to capillaries

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Atrioventricular valves

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Valves are designed to prevent blood from flowing back into the pumping chamber

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Atrium

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Thin walled, upper chamber of the heart through which blood is pumped to the ventricles.

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Auricularis anterior

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Muscle in front of the ear that draws the ear forward

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Auricularis posterior

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Muscle behind the ear that draws the ears backward

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Auricularis superior

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Muscle above the ear that draws the ear upwards

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Auriculotemporal nerve

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Nerve that affects the external ear and skin above the temple, up to the top of the skull.

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Autonomic nervous system: ANS

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part of the nervous system that controls the involuntary muscles. Regulates action of the smooth muscles, blood vessels, and heart.

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Axon

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An Extension of neurons; which impulses are sent away from the cell body to other neurons, glands, and muscles

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Belly

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Middle part of the muscle

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Biceps

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Muscle producing the contour of the front and inner side of the upper arm

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Blood

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Nutritive fluid circulating through the circulatory system (heart, veins, arteries, & capillaries) to supply oxygen & nutrients to cells and tissue to remove carbon dioxide and waste.

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Blood vessels

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Tube like structure that transports blood to and from the heart, and to various tissues of the body; Ex arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins.

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Body system

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Systems; groups of bodily organs acting together to perform one or more functions. Human body is composed of 11 major systems.

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Brachial artery

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Located in the upper arm; the branchial artery is a major blood vessel which runs down the arm and ends by dividing into radial and ulnar arteries. Runs through the forearm.

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Brain

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Central nervous system contained in the cranium; Largest & most complex nerve tissue; Controls sensation, muscles, glandular activity, and power to think and feel.

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Brain stem

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Structure that connects the Spinal cord and brain.

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Buccal nerve

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Nerve that affects Muscles of the mouth

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Buccinator

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Thin, flat muscle of the cheek between the upper and lower jaw that compresses the cheeks and expels air between the lips.

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Capillaries

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Tiny, thin walled blood vessels that connect the smaller arteries to the veins. Capillaries bring nutrients to the cells and carry away wasted materials.

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Cardiac muscle

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Involuntary muscle that is the heart.

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Carpus

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Wrist; a flexible joint composed of eight small, irregular bones held together by ligaments.

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Catabolism

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Phase of metabolism that involves the breaking down of complex compounds within the cells into smaller ones, often resulting in the release of energy to perform functions such as muscular efforts, secretions, or digestion.

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Cell membrane

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Part of the encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances to enter and leave the cell.

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Cells: Basic unit living thing

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Minute mass of protoplasm capable of performing all the fundamental functions of life

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Central nervous system: CNS

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cerebrospinal nervous system; consists of the brain, spinal cord, spinal nerve, and cranial nerves.

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Cerebellum

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Lies at the base of the cerebrum and is attached to the brain stem; Little brain

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Cerebrum

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Bulf of the brain and is located in the front upper part of the cranium.

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Cervical cutaneous nerve

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Nerve located on the side of the neck; it affects the front and side of the neck as far down the breastbone.

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Cervical nerves

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Nerves originate at the spinal cord; Branches supply the muscles and scalp behind the head & neck. Affects the side of the neck and platysma muscle.

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Cervical vertebrae

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7 bones of the top part of the vertebral column, located in the neck.

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Circulatory system: Cardiovascular/Vascular system

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it Controls the steady circulation of the blood through the body by means of the heart and blood vessels.

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Clavicle

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Collarbone; bone joining the sternum and scapula

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Common carotid arteries

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Arteries that supply to the face,head, and neck.

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Connective tissue

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Fibrous tissue that binds together, protects, and supports the various parts of the body such as bone, cartilage, and tendons.

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Corrugator Muscle

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Facial muscle that draws eyebrows down the wrinkles the forehead vertically.

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Cranium

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Oval, bony case that protects the brain

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Cytoplasm

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All the protoplasm of a cell except that which is in the nucleus; watery fluid containing food material necessary for cell growth, reproduction, and self repair.

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Defecation

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Elimination of feces from the body

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Deltoid

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Large triangular muscle covering the shoulder joint that allows the arm to extend outward and to the side of the body

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Dendrites

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Tree like branches of nerve fibers extending from a nerve cell; Nerve fibers carry impulses toward the cell and receive impulses from other neurons

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Deoxyribonucleic acid: DNA

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the blueprint material of genetic information that contains all the information that controls the function of every living cell

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Depressor anguli oris

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Triangularis muscle; muscle extranding alongside the chin that pulls down the corner of the mouth

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Depressor labii inferioris

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Quadratus labii inferioris; muscle surrounding the lower lip and depresses the lower lip and draws it to one side

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Diaphragm

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Muscular wall that separates the thorax from the abdominal region and helps control breathing.

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Diencephalon

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Located in the uppermost part of the midbrain; consists of 2 parts the Thalamus & Hypothalamus

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Digestion

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Breakdown of food by mechanical and chemical means.

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Digestive enzymes

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Chemicals that change certain kinds of food into a form that can be used by the body.

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Digestive system: Gastrointestinal system

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responsible for changing food into nutrients & waste. Consists of the mouth, stomach, intestines, salivary and gastric glands.

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Digital nerve

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Sensory motor nerve; it branches and supplies impulses to the fingers

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Eleventh cranial nerve

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Accessory nerve; a motor nerve that controls the motion of the neck and shoulder muscles

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Endocrine glands

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Ductless glands; releases secretion called hormones directly into the bloodstream which in turn influence the welfare of the entire body.

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Endocrine system

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Specialized glands that affect the growth development, sexual activities, and health of the entire body.

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Epicranial aponeurosis

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Tendon connecting the occipitalis and the frontalis

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Epicranius

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Occipitofrontalis; the broad muscle that covers the top of the skull and consists of the occipitalis and frontalis

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Epithelial tissue

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Protective covering of the body surfaces; Ex skin, mucous membranes, lining of the heart, digestive , respiratory organs and gland

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Ethmoid bone

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Light spongy bone between the eye socket that forms part of the nasal cavities.

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Excretory system

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Group of organs; Includes kidneys, liver, skin, large intestine, & lungs. They purify the body by eliminating waste matter

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Exhalation

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Breathing outward; expelling carbon dioxide from lungs

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Exocrine glands

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Duct glands; produces a substance that travels through small, tube-like ducts. Sweat and oil glands of the skin.

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Extensors

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Muscle that Straightens the wrist; hand, fingers to form a straight line.

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External carotid artery

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Artery that supplies blood to the anterior parts of the scalp, ear, face, neck, and sides of the heads

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External jugular vein

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Vein located on the side of the neck that carries that blood to the returning to the heart from the head, face, and neck

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Facial artery

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External maxillary artery; supplies blood to the lower region of the face, mouth, and nose

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Fifth cranial nerve

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Trifacial/Trigeminal nerve; it’s the chief sensory nerve of the face. Serves motor nerves of the muscles that control chewing. 3 branches.

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Flexors

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Extensor muscles of the wrist, involved in flexing the wrist

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Frontal artery

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Artery that supplies blood to the forehead and upper eyelids

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Frontal bone

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Bone forming forehead

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Frontalis

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Front anterior portion of the epicranius; muscle of the scalp that raises the eyebrow, draws the scalp forward, and causes wrinkles across the forehead.

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Glands

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Organs that remove certain elements from the blood to convert them into new compounds

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Greater auricular nerve

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Nerve at the side of the neck affecting the face, ears, neck, and parotid.

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Greater occipital nerve

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Nerve located in the Back of the head; affects the scalp as far up as the top of the head

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Heart

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Muscular cone shaped organ that keeps blood moving within the circulatory system

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Hemoglobin

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Iron containing protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen.

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Histology

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Microscopic anatomy; the study of the structure composition of tissue

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Hormones

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Secretion produced by one of the endocrine glands and carried by the bloodstream or body fluid to another part of the body, or an organ, to stimulate functional activity or secretion, such as insulin, adrenaline, and estrogen.

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Humerus

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Largest bone in the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder.

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Hyoid bone

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U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue and its muscle

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Inferior labial artery

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Supplies blood into lower lip

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Infraorbital artery

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Artery that originates from the internal maxillary artery and supplies blood to the eye muscle.

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Infraorbital nerve

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Nerve that affects the skin of the lower eyelid, side of the nose, upper lip, and mouth.

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Infratrochlear nerve

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Nerve that affects the membrane and skin of the nose.

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Ingestion

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Eating or taking food into the body

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Inhalation

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Breathing in through the nose or mouth, and thus oxygen is absorbed by the blood.

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Insertion

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Point where the skeletal muscle is attached to a bone or other more movable body part.

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Integumentary system

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The skin and its accessory organs, such as oil and sweat glands, sensory receptors, hair, and nails.

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Internal carotid artery

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Artery that supplies blood to the brain, eyes, eyelids, forehead, nose, and internal ear.

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Internal jugular vein

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Vein located at the side of the neck to collect blood from the brain and parts of the face and neck.

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Interstitial fluid

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Blood plasma found in the spaces between tissues

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Joint

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Connection between two or more bones of the skeleton.

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Kidney

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One of the organs which supports the excretory system by eliminating water and waste products.

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Lacrimal bones

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Small, thin bones located in the anterior medial wall of the orbits.

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Lateral pterygoid

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Muscles that coordinate with the masseter, temporalis, and medial pterygoid muscles to open and close the mouth and bring the jaw forward; sometimes referred to as chewing muscles.

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Latissimus dorsi

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Large, flat, triangular muscle covering the lower back.

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Levator anguli oris

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Caninus; is a muscle that raises the angle of the mouth and draws it inward.

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Levator labii superioris

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Quadratus labii superioris; muscle surrounding the upper lip that elevates the upper lip and dilates the nostrils, as in the expressing distaste.

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Liver

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Organ that supports the excretory system by removing toxic waste products of digestion.

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Lungs

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Spongy tissues composed of microscopic cells in which inhaled air is exchanged for carbon dioxide during one respiratory cycle.

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Lymph

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Clear yellowish fluid that circulates in the lymph spaces of the body; carries waste and impurities away from the cells

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Lymph capillaries

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Lymphatic vessels that occur in clusters and are distributed throughout most of the body

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Lymph nodes

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Gland like structures found inside lymphatic vessels; filter the lymphatic vessels and help fight infection

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Lymphatic/Immune system

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an organ system in vertebrates that is part of the immune system, and complementary to the circulatory system. It consists of a large network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, lymphatic or lymphoid organs, and lymphoid tissues.

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Mandible

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Lower jawbone; largest and strongest bone of the fae

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Mandibular nerve

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Branches off the fifth cranial nerve that supplies the muscles and skin of the lower part of the face; the nerve that affects the muscles of the chin and lower lip

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Masseter

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A muscle that coordinates with the temporalis, medial pterygoid, and lateral pterygoid muscles to open and close the mouth and bring the jaw forward; sometimes referred to as chewing muscles.

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Maxillary bones

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Forms the upper jaw

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Maxillary nerve

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Branches of the fifth cranial nerve that supplies the upper part of the face

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Medial pterygoid

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Muscle that coordinates with the masseter, temporalis, and lateral pterygoid muscles to open and close the mouth and bring the jaw forward; sometimes referred to as chewing muscles

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Medium nerve

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Nerve smaller than the ulnar and radial nerve, that supplies the arm and hand

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Melasma

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Pregnancy mask; skin condition that is triggered by hormones that causes darker pigmentation in areas such as on the upper lip and around the eyes and cheeks

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Mental nerve

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Nerve that affects the skin of the lower lip and chin

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Mantalis

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Muscles that elevates the lower lip and raises and wrinkles the skin of the chin

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Metabolism

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1/ Chemicals process taking place in living organisms whereby the cells are nourished and carry out their activities. 2/ The process of changing food into forms the body can use as energy Metabolism consists of two parts; anabolism and catabolism

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Metacarpus

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Palm; consists of five long, slender bones called metacarpal bones

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Middle temporal artery

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Artery that supplies blood to the temples

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Mitosis

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Cells divided into two new cells (daughter cells); usual process of cell reproduction of human tissue

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Mitral valve

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Bicuspid valve; valve from the left atrium, the blood flows through the left ventricle.

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Motor nerve

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Efferent nerves; carry impulses from the brain to the muscles or glands. These transmitted impulses produce movement

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Muscle tissue

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Tissue that contracts and moves various parts of the body

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Muscular system

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Body system that covers, shapes, and supports the skeleton tissue; moves various parts of the body

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Myology

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Study of nature, structure, function, and diseases of the muscle

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Nasal bone

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Bones that form the bridge of the nose

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Nasal nerve

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Nerve that affects the point and lower sides of the nose

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Nasalis muscle

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Two part muscle that cover the nose

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Nerve tissue

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Tissues that controls and coordinates all body functions

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Nerves

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Whitish cords made up of bundles of nerve fibers held together by connective tissue, through which impulses are transmitted

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Nervous system

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Body system composed of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Controls and coordinates all systems to work efficiently together.

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Neurology

A

Scientific study of the structure, function, and pathology of the nervous system.

140
Q

Neuron/Nerve cell

A

Basic unit of the nervous system, consisting of a call body, nucleus, dendrites, and axon.

141
Q

Nonstriated muscles

A

Involuntary, visceral, or smooth muscles; function automatically without conscious will

142
Q

Nucleoplasm

A

Fluid within the nucleus of the cell that contains proteins and DNA; determines our genetic makeup

143
Q

Nucleus

A

1/ In histology the dense, active protoplasm found in the center of a eukaryotic cell that acts as the genetic control center; it plays an important role in cell reproduction and metabolism. 2/ In chemistry, the center of the atom, where protons and neutrons are located.

144
Q

Occipital artery

A

Artery that supplies blood to the skin and muscles of the scalp and back of the head up to the crown

145
Q

Occipital bone

A

Hindmost bone of the skull, below the parietal bones; forms the back of the skull above the nape.

146
Q

Occipitalis

A

Back of the epicranius; muscle that draws the scalp backward

147
Q

Ophthalmic nerve

A

Brunch of the fifth cranial nerve that supplies the skin of the forehead, upper eyelids, and interior portion of the scalp, orbit, eyeball, and nasal passage.

148
Q

Orbicularis oculi

A

Ring muscle of the eye socket; closes the eyelid

149
Q

Orbicularis oris

A

Flat band around the upper and lower lips that compresses, crtracts, puckers, and wrinkles the lips

150
Q

Organelle

A

Small structures or miniature organs within a cell that have their own function

151
Q

Organs

A

Structures composed of specialized tissues and performing specific functions in plants and animals

152
Q

Origin

A

Part of the muscle that doesn’t move; attached to the skeleton and part of the skeleton muscle

153
Q

Os

A

Bone/Osteoarthritis; a join disease

154
Q

Osteology

A

Study of anatomy, structure, and functions of the bones

155
Q

Ovaries

A

Sexual reproductive; determines male and female sexual characteristics

156
Q

Palatine bones

A

Two bones that form the hard palate of the mouth

157
Q

Pancreas

A

Secretes enzymes producing cells that are responsible for digesting carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. The islet of Langerhans cells within the pancreas control insulin and glucagon production

158
Q

Parasympathetic division

A

Part of the autonomic nervous system; it operates under normal non stressful situations, such as resting. It also helps to restore calm and balance to the body after a stressful event.

159
Q

Parathyroid glands

A

Regulate blood calcium and phosphorus levels so that the nervous and muscular systems can function properly

160
Q

Parietal artery

A

Artery that supplies blood to the side and crown of the head

161
Q

Parietal bones

A

Bones that form the sides and top of the cranium

162
Q

Pectoralis major & minor

A

Muscles of the chest that assist the swinging movements of the arm

163
Q

Pericardium

A

Double layered membranous sac enclosing the heart; made of epithelial tissue

164
Q

Peripheral nervous system: PNS

A

system of nerves and ganglia that connects the peripheral parts of the body to the central nervous system.

165
Q

Peristalsis

A

Moving food along the digestive tract

166
Q

Phalanges (singular)

A

Digits; bones in the fingers; 3 in each finger & 2 in each thumb.

167
Q

Physiology

A

Study of function or activities performed by the body structure

168
Q

Pineal gland

A

Gland located in the brain. Plays major role is sexual development, sleep, and metabolism

169
Q

Pituitary Gland

A

Gland from the center of the head. Most complex organ of the endocrine system. Affects almost every physiologic process of the body: growth, blood pressure, breast milk production, etc.

170
Q

Plasma

A

Fluid part of the blood and lymph that carries food and secretion to the cells and carbon dioxide from cells.

171
Q

Platelets

A

Thrombocytes; contributes clotting processes, which stops bleeding.

172
Q

Platysma

A

Broad muscle extending from the chest and shoulder muscles to the side of the chin; responsible for depressing the lower jaw and lip

173
Q

Posterior auricular artery

A

Supplies blood to scalp, behind and above the ear

174
Q

Posterior auricular nerve

A

Nerve that affects the muscle behind the ear at the base of the skull

175
Q

Procerus

A

Muscle that covers the bridge of the nose, depresses the eyebrow, and causes wrinkles across the bridge of the nose

176
Q

Pronators

A

Muscles that turn the hand inward so that the palm faces downward.

177
Q

Protoplasm

A

Colorless, jelly-like substance in cells; contains food elements like proteins, fats, carbohydrates, mineral salts, and water.

178
Q

Pulmonary circulation

A

Sends blood from the heart to the lungs to be purified, then back to the heart

179
Q

Radial artery

A

Artery along with numerous branches, that supplies blood to the thumb side of the arm and the back of the head; supplies the muscles of the skin, hands, fingers, wrist, elbow, and forearm.

180
Q

Radial artery

A

Artery along with numerous branches, that supplies blood to the thumb side of the arm and the back of the head; supplies the muscles of the skin, hands, fingers, wrist, elbow, and forearm.

181
Q

Radial Nerve

A

Nerve that branches, supplies the thumb side of the arm and back of the hand

182
Q

Radius

A

Smaller bone in the forearm on the same side as the thumb

183
Q

Red blood cells

A

Red corpuscles or erythrocytes; produces red bone marrow, blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells and transport carbon dioxide and back to the lungs

184
Q

Reflex

A

Automatic reaction to a stimulus that involves the movement of an impulse from a sensory receptor along the sensory nerve to the spinal cord.

185
Q

Reproductive system

A

Body system that performs functions of the producing offspring passes genetic code from one generation to another. Make babies.

186
Q

Respiration

A

Inhaling and exhaling; act of breathing

187
Q

Respiratory system

A

Body system consisting of the lungs and air; breathing; supplies the body with oxygen.

188
Q

Ribs

A

12 bones forming the wall of the thorax

189
Q

Risorius

A

Muscle of the mouth that draws the corner of the mouth out and back.

190
Q

Scapula

A

Shoulder blade; on large pair of flat triangular bone of the shoulder

191
Q

Sensory nerves

A

Afferent nerves; carry impulses or messages from the sense organs to the brain. Senses: youch, colf, heat, sight, hearing, taste, smell, pain, & pressure. Nerve endings are receptors.

192
Q

Serratus anterior

A

Muscle of the chest that assists in breathing and in raising the arm

193
Q

Seventh cranial nerve

A

Facial nerve; it is the chief motor nerve of the facia. Emerges near the lower part to the ear and extends to the muscles of the neck

194
Q

Skeletal system

A

Physical foundation of the body, composed of the bones and movable and immovable joints.

195
Q

Skin

A

External protective coating that covers the body. The body’s largest organ.

196
Q

Smaller occipital nerve

A

Laser occipital nerve; located at the base of the skull, affects the scalp and muscles behind the ear

197
Q

Sphenoid bone

A

Bone that joins all the bones of the cranium together

198
Q

Spinal cord

A

Portion of the central nervous system that originates in the brain, brain to the column/but.

199
Q

Sternocleidomastoid

A

SCM; muscle of the neck that depresses and rotated the head

200
Q

Sternum: Breastbone

A

that flat bone forms the ventral support of the ribs

201
Q

Striated muscle

A

Skeletal or voluntary muscle; attached to the bones and make up a large percentage of body mass.

202
Q

Submental artery

A

Supplies blood to the chin and lower lip

203
Q

Superficial temporal artery

A

A continuation of the external carotid nerve artery; supplies blood to the muscle of the front, side, and top of the head.

204
Q

Supinator

A

Muscle of the forearm that rotates the radius outward and the palm upward

205
Q

Supraorbital artery

A

Supplies blood to the upper eyelid and forehead

206
Q

Supraorbital nerve

A

Nerve affects the skin of the forehead, scalp, eyebrow, and upper eyelid

207
Q

Supratrochlear Nerve

A

Nerve affects the skin between the eyes and upper side nose

208
Q

Sympathetic division

A

Part of the nervous system that stimulates or speeds up activity and prepares the body for stressful situations.

209
Q

Systemic or general circulation

A

Circulation of blood from the heart throughout the body and back again to the heart

210
Q

Temporal bones

A

Bones forming the sides of the head in the ear region

211
Q

Temporal nerve

A

Nerve affecting the muscles of the temple, sides of the forehead, eyebrows, & upper cheek

212
Q

Temporalis muscle

A

One muscle that involves chewing

213
Q

Testes

A

Male organ used for reproduction.

214
Q

Thorax

A

Chest/pulmonary trunk; consists of the sternum, ribs, and thoracic vertebrae.

215
Q

Thyroid gland

A

Glands in the neck; controls how quickly the body burns energy (metabolism). Make protein.

216
Q

Tibial nerve

A

Division of the Sciatic nerve, passes behind the knee. Subdivides and supplies impulses to the knee, the muscle of the calf, the skin of the leg, sole, heel, and underside of the toes

217
Q

Tissue

A

Collection of similar cells that perform a particular function.

218
Q

Transverse facial artery

A

Supplies blood to the skin and the masseter

219
Q

Trapezius

A

Muscle that covers the back of the neck and upper and middle region of the back. Stabilizes the scapula and the shrugging of the shoulders

220
Q

Triceps

A

Largest muscle that covers the entire back of the upper arm.

221
Q

Tricuspid valve

A

Heart valve that prevents backflow between the right atrium and the right verticle

222
Q

Turbinal bones

A

Thin layer of the spongy bone on either of the outer walls of the nasal depression

223
Q

Ulna

A

Inner and larger bone of the forearm, attached to the wrist on the side of the little finger

224
Q

Ulnar artery

A

Supplies blood to the muscle of the little finger side of the arm and palm of the hand

225
Q

Ulnar nerve

A

Sensory motor nerve, it branches; affects the little finger and palm of the hand

226
Q

Valves

A

Structures the temporarily close a passage or permit flow in the one direction only

227
Q

Vascular system

A

Body system consists of the heart, veins, and capillaries for distribution of blood throughout the body

228
Q

Veins

A

Thin walled blood vessels that are less elastic than arteries. They prevent backflow and carry impure blood from various capillaries back to the heart

229
Q

Ventricle

A

Thick walled; lower chamber of the heart that receives blood pumped from the atrium. Right & left ventricle.

230
Q

Venules

A

Small vessels that connect the capillaries to the veins. They collect blood from the capillaries and drain it to the veins

231
Q

Vomer bone

A

Flat thin bone; Forms part of the nasal septum

232
Q

White blood cells

A

White corpuscles or leukocytes; Perform the function of destroying disease causing germs

233
Q

Zygomatic bones

A

Malar bone or cheekbones; Bones that form the prominence of the cheeks

234
Q

Zygomatic nerve

A

Nerve that affects the skin of the temple, sides of the forehead and upper part of the cheek

235
Q

Zygomaticus major & minor

A

Muscles on both sides of the face that extend from the zygomatic bone to the angle of the mouth.

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