Language Flashcards
Anatomy is the study of….
The structure of the body
Physiology is the study of what?
The function of the body.
Define Homeostasis
A relatively steady internal state, usually maintained by negative feed back.
Define negative feedback.
Reverses a change in a controlled condition.
Positive feedback
Strengthens or reinforces a change in a controlled body system.
What are the 7 structures of structural complexity?
Molecule (made up ad atoms), organelles made up of molecules), cells (Made up of organelles), tissues (made up of cells), organs (made up of specialized tissues), organ systems, (organs in a group working toward the same purpose), and organisms!
Superior
Toward the upper part of the body.
Inferior
Toward the lower part of the body.
Anterior
Nearing the front body
Posterior
Nearing the back body
Medial
Nearer to the middle line
Lateral
Farther from the middle line
Intermediate
Between two structures
Ipsilateral
On the same side of the body as another structure.
Contra lateral
On the opposite side of the body as another structure
