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What is Anatomy?
The study of the structure and shape of the body and its parts and their relationships to one another.
What does Gross anatomy study?
It studies large body structures that are visible to the naked eye.
Define Microscopic anatomy.
The study of body structures that are too small to be seen with the naked eye, requiring a microscope.
What is Physiology?
The study of how the body and its parts work or function.
What system does the Integumentary system consist of?
It consists of the skin and its appendages like hair and nails.
Functions of the Skeletal system?
Supports the body, provides a framework for movement, protects internal organs, and produces blood cells.
What is the main function of the Muscular system?
To contract or shorten, enabling movement.
What is the primary role of the Nervous System?
To serve as the body's fast-acting control system, responding to stimuli.
What are the functions of the Endocrine System?
Controls body activities by producing hormones that are released into the blood.
What is the main purpose of the Cardiovascular system?
To deliver oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to cells and remove wastes.
Describe the role of the Lymphatic system.
It complements the cardiovascular system by returning lost fluids to the bloodstream and aiding in immunity.
What are the main functions of the Respiratory system?
To supply the body with oxygen and remove carbon dioxide.
Define the Digestive system's primary role.
To break down food and deliver nutrients to the blood.
What is the function of the Urinary system?
To remove nitrogenous wastes and regulate body fluid balance.
What is Homeostasis?
The maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body despite external changes.
What is the Anatomical position?
The body is erect, feet parallel, arms at the sides with palms facing forward.
Define Negative feedback mechanism.
A process that reduces the effect of a stimulus to maintain homeostasis.
What are the primary tissue types?
Epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous tissues.
What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?
To cover and protect body surfaces.
What defines connective tissue?
Tissues that support, bind, and protect other tissues.
What is the function of muscle tissue?
To produce movement through contraction.
What are the three types of muscle tissue?
Skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle.
What is the significance of ATP in cells?
It serves as the primary energy carrier in cells.
What is the role of enzymes in the body?
They act as biological catalysts, speeding up chemical reactions.