Biology 207 - Anatomy and Physiology 1

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts from the Anatomy and Physiology I lecture notes.

Anatomy

The study of structure.

Physiology

The study of function.

Gross Anatomy

Study of structures that can be seen with the naked eye.

Histology

Examination of tissues with a microscope.

Histopathology

Microscopic examination of tissues for signs of disease.

Cytology

Study of structure and function of cells.

Ultrastructure

View of molecular detail under an electron microscope.

Inspection

Looking at the appearance of structures.

Palpation

Feeling a structure with the hands.

Auscultation

Listening to sounds produced by the body.

Percussion

Tapping on the body to feel for resistance and listen for abnormalities.

Dissection

Cutting and separating human body tissues to reveal tissue relationships.

Comparative Anatomy

Study of multiple species to examine structural similarities and differences.

Exploratory Surgery

Opening the living body to see what is wrong.

Radiology

Branch of medicine specializing in imaging.

Homeostasis

The ability to maintain stable internal conditions.

Negative Feedback

Mechanisms that oppose change to maintain homeostasis.

Positive Feedback

A self-amplifying cycle that leads to greater change in the same direction.

Gradient

Difference in concentration, charge, temperature, or pressure between two points.

Anatomical Position

A reference posture that allows for standardized anatomical terminology.

Anatomical Planes

Imaginary lines used to describe the orientation of tissues or sections.

Body Cavities

Openings in the body that are enclosed by membranes, holding and protecting organs.

Serous Membranes

Membranes that line body cavities, consisting of visceral and parietal layers.