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Module 1: Organization of the Human Body Flashcards

1
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Define Anatomy

A

Structure of the body

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Define Physiology

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Function of the body

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Define Homeostasis

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The state of dynamic equilibrium of the internal environment of the body.

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4
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The smallest living units that make up the body’s structure are:

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Cells

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5
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How many organ systems does the body consist of?

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Eleven

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What is the Integumentary system composed of?

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Hair, Nails, & Skin

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What is the Skeletal System composed of?

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Bones, cartilage, and ligaments

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What is the Muscular System composed of?

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Primarily skeletal muscles

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What is the Lymphatic System composed of?

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Lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, lymph,

thymus, spleen, and tonsils

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What is the Respiratory System composed of?

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Nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs

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What is the Urinary System composed of?

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Kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder,and urethra

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What is the Nervous System composed of?

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Brain, spinal cord, and sense organs

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What is the Endocrine System composed of?

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Pituitary gland, adrenals, pancreas, thyroid, parathyroids, and other organs

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What is the Circulatory System composed of?

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Heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries

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What is the Digestive System composed of?

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Stomach, small and large intestines, esophagus, liver, mouth, and pancreas

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What is the male reproductive system composed of?

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Testes, vas deferens, prostate, seminal vesicles, and penis

17
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What is the female reproductive system composed of?

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Ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina, and breasts

18
Q

Which organ system supplies the body with

immune cells?

A

Lymphatic system

19
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What cavity is the heart located in?

A

Mediastinum

20
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Define Negative Feedback

A

When the effector opposes the stimulus and reverses the direction of change

21
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Define Positive Feedback

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When the effector reinforces the stimulus and amplifies the direction of change

22
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In regards to Homeostatic Regulation what does the receptor do?

A

Detects Change

23
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In regards to Homeostatic Regulation what does the Control Centre do?

A

Receives and processes information from the receptor

24
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In regards to Homeostatic Regulation what does the Effector do?

A

Sends signals (feedback) that either oppose or enhance the stimulus

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