Unit 1 Flashcards
Gross Anatomy
Study of body systems without a microscope
Embryology
Study of the development of body structures, from conception
Histology
Microscopic study of body structures
Neuroanatomy
Study of structures of the nervous system
Purpose of Skeletal System
Provides support, structure, protection, and leverage
Components of Skeletal System
Bone/cartilage/ligaments
Purpose of Muscular System
Provides movement, produces heat
Components of Muscular System
Cardiac/smooth/skeletal muscle
Purpose of Cardiovascular System
Transportation of blood, hormones, waste
Components of Cardiovascular System
Heart/blood/vessels
Purpose of Lymphatic System
Oversees fluid control and immune system
Components of Lymphatic System
Spleen/lymph nodes/lymph vessels/tonsils
Purpose of Nervous System
Bodily communication and maintaining homeostasis
Components of Nervous System
Brain/spinal chord/nerves
Purpose of Endocrine System
Bodily communication and maintaining homeostasis
Components of Endocrine System
Any hormone replacing glands + cells
Purpose of Respiratory System
Gas exchange, ie. CO2 for O2
Components of Respiratory System
Lungs/Larynx/bronchi
Purpose of Digestive System
Breakdown+absorb food, eliminate waste
Components of Digestive System
GI Tract
Purpose of Urinary System
Filter Blood + eliminate waste
Components of Urinary System
Kidneys/bladder/urethra etc
Purpose of Reproductive System
Procreation, horizons production
Purpose of Integumentary System
Bodily protection + sensation
