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BIOS 251 Chamberlain- Principles of Anatomy & Physiology > 1.1 Anatomy & Physiology Defined > Flashcards

1.1 Anatomy & Physiology Defined Flashcards

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The study of the functions of the air passageways and lungs.

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Respiratory physiology

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The study of the first eight weeks of development after fertilization of a human egg.

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Embryology

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The study of the body’s defenses against disease-causing agents.

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Immunology

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Studies functional properties of nerve cells.

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Neurophysiology

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The science of body structures & the relationship among them is:

a) physiology
b) anatomy

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b) anatomy

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Studies functions of individual molecules such as proteins and DNA.

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Molecular physiology

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The study of functional changes associated with disease and aging

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Pathophysiology

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The study of surface markings of the body to understand internal anatomy through visualization and palpation (gentle touch).

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Surface anatomy

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The study of cellular structure and functions.

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Cell biology

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The science of body functions and how the body parts work is known as

a) physiology
b) anatomy

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a) Physiology

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The study of structural changes (gross to microscopic) associated with disease.

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Pathological anatomy

**Key word: disease**

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The study of structures that can be examined without a microscope.

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Gross anatomy

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The study of changes in cell and organ functions due to muscular activity

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Exercise physiology

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The study of the structures of specific systems of the body such as the nervous or respiratory systems.

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Systemic anatomy

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Study of the function of the kidneys

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Renal Physiology

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The study of specific regions of the body such as the head or chest.

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Regional anatomy

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The study of internal body structures that can be visualized with techniques such as x-rays, MRI, CT scans, and other technologies for clinical analysis and medical intervention.

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Imaging anatomy

18
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The study of hormones and how they control the body

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Endocrinology

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The study of the complete development of an individual from fertilization to death.

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Developmental biology

20
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The study of functions of the heart and blood vessels.

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Cardiovascular physiology

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The study of microscopic structure of tissues.

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Histology

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