Quiz 8/28/14 Flashcards
Physiology
Function of body parts
Anatomy
Structure of body parts
Relationship between anatomy and physiology
Can’t study physiology without anatomy
Levels of organization from smallest to largest
Chemical, organelle, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism
Organ system
Interrelated organs that work together to preform and specified function
Dorsal cavity
Brain and spinal cord
Ventral cavity
Heart, lungs, digestive, and reproductive systems
Membranes
Line internal cavities to reduce friction and provide protection
Anatomically correct position
Stand erect, feet together, eyes forward, palms face anteriorly, thumbs away from body
Head
Cephalic
Neck/throat
Cervical
Chest
Thoratic
Stomach
Abdominal
Belly button
Umbilical
Pelvis
Pelvic