A&P ch 1 powerpoint

These flashcards will help reinforce key concepts in Human Anatomy and Physiology, enhancing understanding and retention of material for the exam.

Early healers depended on __ and magic.

superstition

Observations of injuries, wound healing, and __ evolved into medical science.

dead bodies

Study of __ and cadaver dissection brought new knowledge of the human body.

corpses

Much of our knowledge of the human body is derived from the __ method.

scientific

Anatomy is the study of the structure or __ of the human body and its parts.

morphology

Physiology is the study of the __ of the human body and its parts.

functions

The structure of organs determines their __.

function

Cellular __ allows for specialization of cells due to gene expression.

differentiation

Anatomy is derived from Greek for 'a __ up'.

cutting

The basic unit of structure and function in the body is the __.

cell

tissue is a layer or mass of cells with specific functions.

Tissue

An __ is a group of different tissues with a specific function.

organ

An __ system consists of a group of organs with a common function.

organ

The human body is composed of __ interacting organ systems.

multiple

Ultrasound provides images of __ internal structures.

soft

Magnetic Resonance Scan (MR) provides high-resolution images of __ structures.

internal

Homeostasis is the maintenance of a __ internal environment.

constant

Receptor, Control Center, and Effector are parts of a __ mechanism.

homeostatic

Negative feedback is the most common type of __ mechanism.

homeostatic

Negative feedback controls body temperature, __ pressure, and glucose levels in blood.

blood

Positive feedback mechanisms __ the deviation from the normal range.

intensify

The major cavities of the axial portion include the cranial, vertebral, thoracic, and __ cavities.

abdominopelvic

The __ separates the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.

diaphragm

Visceral and parietal layers are types of __ membranes.

serous

The skeletal system provides __ and protects soft tissues of the body.

support

The __ system is responsible for transportation of gases, nutrients, and wastes.

cardiovascular

The digestive system is responsible for breaking down food and __ waste.

excreting

The __ system removes blood wastes and regulates water balance.

urinary

The __ system is responsible for reproduction and fetal development.

reproductive

Growth, reproduction, and metabolism are part of the __ of life.

characteristics

The __ is a self-regulating system that monitors and corrects internal environment aspects.

homeostatic mechanism

A __ is a group of organs working together for a specific function.

system

Each organ system contributes to the overall __ of the body.

homeostasis

The __ encapsulates the body’s internal environment, involving exchanges with the external environment.

cardiovascular system

In order to thrive, organisms require water, food, oxygen, heat, and __.

pressure

Homeostasis can involve feedback loops that help maintain __.

stability

The __ layer of a serous membrane covers an organ.

visceral

The __ layer of a serous membrane lines the wall of the cavity.

parietal

The body can be divided into axial and __ portions.

appendicular

The __ system helps maintain body temperature by regulating sweating and blood flow.

integumentary

The __ system consists of glands that secrete hormones.

endocrine

Cells are the basic unit of __ and function in living organisms.

structure

The __ region is the area in front of the body, while the posterior region is in the back.

anterior

Chemical and cellular processes, such as metabolism, are crucial for maintaining __.

homeostasis

The thoracic cavity is divided into left and right __ cavities.

pleural

Feedback mechanisms lead to significant changes during __ such as childbirth.

events

The __ quadrant is located in the upper left section of the abdomen.

left upper

The __ position is characterized by standing erect, facing forward, with arms at the sides.

anatomical

The __ section divides the body into equal left and right halves.

mid-sagittal

In the body, the __ section divides it into superior and inferior parts.

transverse

The __ system plays a role in the absorption of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide.

respiratory

Metabolism includes the __ of nutrients and energy production.

cycling

Cells respond to their environment through __ mechanisms.

membrane

Homeostasis involves mechanisms that __ internal systems as needed.

correct

The endocrine system communicates using __ called hormones.

messengers

The __ is made up of bones, ligaments, and cartilages.

skeletal system

__ tissues function to protect, support, and bind other tissues.

Connective

The __ system includes the brain and spinal cord.

nervous

The __ gland is often referred to as the master gland because it regulates many body functions.

pituitary

The study of body structure often involves the examination of __.

anatomical position

Blood vessels are often illustrated in __ sections when discussing anatomy.

cross

Organs like the heart require coordination between multiple __ systems for proper function.

organ

Cell differentiation is a result of gene __.

expression