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INTRODUCTION Flashcards

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is the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions and activities of
living organisms and their parts.

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Physiology

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It focuses on understanding how various bodily systems and processes work together to
maintain life and enable the organism to adapt to its environment.

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Physiology

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It encompasses a wide range of topics, including the functions of organs, tissues, cells, and
molecules, as well as the mechanisms by which living organisms regulate and respond to
changes in their internal and external environments.

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Physiology

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Goals of Physiology (2)

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  • to understand and predict the
    body’s responses to stimuli
  • to understand how the
    body maintains internal
    conditions within a narrow
    range of values in the
    presence of continually
    changing internal and
    external environments.
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3 man components for homeostasis

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  1. Receptor
  2. Control center
  3. Effector
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Helps the body maintain a stable internal environment

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Homeostasis

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Scope of Physiology (14)

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Cellular
Organ
Systemic
Neurophysiology
Endocrine
Muscle
Cardiovascular
Respiratory
Digestive
Renal
Reproductive
Comparative
Integrative
Environmental

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Explores how organisms adapt to different environments, such
as extreme temperatures, high altitudes, or aquatic habitats.

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Environmental Physiology

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Focuses on understanding how various physiological systems
interact and collaborate to maintain overall homeostasis within an organism.

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Integrative Physiology

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Compares physiological processes across different species to
identify common principles and adaptations that have evolved over time.

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Comparative Physiology

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Investigates the processes of reproduction, including gamete
production, fertilization, pregnancy, and the hormonal regulation of reproductive functions.

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Reproductive Physiology

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Examines the functions of the kidneys, including filtration, reabsorption,
and secretion, as well as their role in maintaining water and electrolyte balance.

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Renal Physiology

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13
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Studies the processes involved in digestion, absorption of nutrients,
and the functions of organs like the stomach, intestines, and liver.

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Digestive Physiology

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14
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Focuses on the mechanics of breathing, gas exchange, and how
the respiratory system maintains the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body.

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Respiratory Physiology

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Explores the functions of the heart and blood vessels, including
circulation, blood pressure regulation, and the transport of nutrients and gases.

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Cardiovascular Physiology

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Examines the mechanics of muscle contraction, the physiology of
muscle tissues, and the role of muscles in movement.

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Muscle Physiology

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Studies the endocrine system and its hormones, which regulate
various physiological processes such as metabolism, growth, and reproduction.

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Endocrine Physiology

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Investigates the complex workings of the nervous system, including how
nerve cells transmit signals, how the brain processes information, and how the body
responds to various stimuli.

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Neurophysiology

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Explores the interactions between different organs to form organ
systems, such as the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems.

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Systemic Physiology

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Focuses on understanding how specific organs work, their structures,
and the functions they perform. This includes organs like the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys.

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Organ Physiology

21
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Examines the functions of individual cells, including their metabolism,
energy production, and specialized processes such as cell division and signal transduction.

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Cellular Physiology

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T or F?
Understanding physiology holds significant relevance across various fields, including medicine, research, etc.

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T

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Why study physiology? (8)

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Medicine
Health and Wellness
Research
Education
Biotechnology and Industry
Public Health
Sports and Exercise Science
Environmental Sciences

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IMPORTANCE UNDER MEDICINE

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  • Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Patient Care
  • Surgical Procedures
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IMPORTANCE UNDER HEALTH AND WELLNESS

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  • Lifestyle Recommendations
  • Preventive Care
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IMPORTANCE UNDER RESEARCH

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  • Advancing Medical Knowledge
  • Drug Development
  • Experimental Studies
27
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IMPORTANCE UNDER EDUCATION

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  • Medical Training
  • Biology and Life Sciences
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IMPORTANCE UNDER BIOTECHNOLOGY AND INDUSTRY

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  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Pharmaceutical Industry
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IMPORTANCE UNDER PUBLIC HEALTH

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  • Epidemiology
  • Health Policy
30
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IMPORTANCE UNDER SPORTS AND EXERCISE SCIENCE

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  • Performance Enhancement
  • Injury Recovery
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IMPORTANCE UNDER ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

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Adaptation

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Levels of
Organization in
Living Systems

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  • CHEMICAL LEVEL
  • CELL LEVEL
  • TISSUE LEVEL
  • ORGAN LEVEL
  • ORGAN SYSTEM LEVEL
  • ORGANISM LEVEL
33
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The structural and functional characteristics of all organisms are
determined by their chemical makeup.

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Chemical Level

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Cells are the basic structural and
functional units of organisms, such as
plants and animals.

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Cell Level

35
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is a group of similar cells and
the materials surrounding them. The characteristics of the cells and
surrounding materials determine the functions of the tissue.

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Tissue (TISSUE LEVEL)

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Types of Tissue (4)

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Connective
Epithelial
Muscle
Nervous

37
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composed of two or more tissue types that together perform one or more common
functions.

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Organ (ORGAN LEVEL)

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Major ORGANS

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Brain
Liver
Thyroid Gland
Larynx
Trachea
Lungs
Gall Bladder
Heart
Thymus
Stomach
Urinary System
Spleen
Kidney
Pancreas

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group of organs classified as a unit because of a common function or set of functions.

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Organ system (LEVEL)

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Organ Systems

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Integumentary
Skeletal
Muscular
Nervous
Endocrine
Cardiovascular
Lymphatic
Respiratory
Digestive
Urinary
Reproductive

41
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s any living thing
considered as a whole,
whether composed of one cell,
such as a bacterium, or of
trillions of cells, such as a
human.

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Organism

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