Introduction to First Semester Science with Anne Sinclair

These flashcards cover the terminology, concepts, and definitions necessary for understanding the introductory material in first semester science.

Prefixes

Elements placed at the beginning of a word that modify its meaning.

Suffixes

Elements placed at the end of a word that modify its meaning.

Antibody

A protein produced by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.

Bolus

A small rounded mass of substance, especially food that is chewed and swallowed.

Electron

A subatomic particle with a negative charge.

Visceral

Pertaining to the internal organs.

Inferior

A directional term meaning toward the lower part of the body.

Superior

A directional term meaning toward the upper part of the body.

Medial

Toward or at the midline of the body.

Lateral

Away from the midline of the body.

Proximal

Closer to the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk.

Distal

Farther from the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk.

Dorsal

Toward or at the back of the body.

Ventral

Toward or at the front of the body.

Cranial cavity

The body cavity that protects the brain.

Abdominopelvic cavity

The body cavity that houses the organs in the abdominal and pelvic regions.

It's (suffix)

Indicates inflammation when attached to a word, such as in meningitis.

Organ system

A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions for the body.

Tissue Level

The level of organization consisting of groups of similar cells.

Organ Level

The level of organization where organs are formed from different types of tissues.

Organismal Level

The highest level of organization, where all systems work together to form a living being.

Characteristics of Living Organisms

Movement, respiration, sensitivity, growth, reproduction, excretion, and nutrition.