Chapter6 Flashcards
The basic unit of all living things is
Cells
______is also known as a microscopic anatomy
Pistology
The chemical process in living organisms whereby cells are nourished and carry out their activities is
Metabolism
The phrase that involves the breaking down of complex compounds within cells into smaller ones is
Catabolism
The tissue that binds together, projects and supports parts of the body is
Connective tissue
Structures composed of specialized tissues designed to perform specific functions in plants and animals are
Organs
The facial skeleton has ___ bones
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The bone that forms the back of the skull above the nape is the
Occipital
The bone that forms the forehead is
Frontal
Two bones that form the sides of the head in ear region are the
Temporal bones
The bone that joins all of the bones of the cranium together is the
Temporal
The cheekbones are also called the malor bones are
Sphenoid
The elastic bony cage that acts as a protective frame work for the heart and the lungs is the
Thorax
The uppermost and largest bone of the arm extending from the elbow to the shoulder is the
Humerus
The inner and larger bones of the forearm attract he’d at the wrist and located at the side of the little finger is the
Ulna