Module 1: Organization of the Human Body Flashcards
Define Anatomy
Structure of the body
Define Physiology
Function of the body
Define Homeostasis
The state of dynamic equilibrium of the internal environment of the body.
The smallest living units that make up the body’s structure are:
Cells
How many organ systems does the body consist of?
Eleven
What is the Integumentary system composed of?
Hair, Nails, & Skin
What is the Skeletal System composed of?
Bones, cartilage, and ligaments
What is the Muscular System composed of?
Primarily skeletal muscles
What is the Lymphatic System composed of?
Lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, lymph,
thymus, spleen, and tonsils
What is the Respiratory System composed of?
Nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs
What is the Urinary System composed of?
Kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder,and urethra
What is the Nervous System composed of?
Brain, spinal cord, and sense organs
What is the Endocrine System composed of?
Pituitary gland, adrenals, pancreas, thyroid, parathyroids, and other organs
What is the Circulatory System composed of?
Heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries
What is the Digestive System composed of?
Stomach, small and large intestines, esophagus, liver, mouth, and pancreas
What is the male reproductive system composed of?
Testes, vas deferens, prostate, seminal vesicles, and penis
What is the female reproductive system composed of?
Ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina, and breasts
Which organ system supplies the body with
immune cells?
Lymphatic system
What cavity is the heart located in?
Mediastinum
Define Negative Feedback
When the effector opposes the stimulus and reverses the direction of change
Define Positive Feedback
When the effector reinforces the stimulus and amplifies the direction of change
In regards to Homeostatic Regulation what does the receptor do?
Detects Change
In regards to Homeostatic Regulation what does the Control Centre do?
Receives and processes information from the receptor
In regards to Homeostatic Regulation what does the Effector do?
Sends signals (feedback) that either oppose or enhance the stimulus
