Anatomy And Physiology Flashcards
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Physiology
The study of how the functions and activities of the body’s structure
Basic unit of all living things:
Cells
Cells are made up of :
Nucleus, cell membrane, and cytoplasm
Protoplasm
Gel like substance within the cell
The outer covering of the cell? what does it do?
Cell membrane; holds protoplasm intact
Mitosis
Cell division that results when the cell divide into 2 identical daughter cells
Chemical process where cells are nourished and carry out activities
Metabolism
Catabolism :
Process of breaking down complex compounds into smaller ones
Anabolism:
Building up of smaller molecules into larger ones
Group of similar cells that perform a specific function
Tissue
Produces a contraction in which movement in body is produced
Muscle tissue
Control & coordinate all body functions - carry messages to & from the brain and spine cord
Nerve tissue
Supports and protects various parts of the body by holding them together
Connective tissue
Tendons, blood, lymph, bone, cartilage, and ligaments all have:
Connective tissue
Different tissues that are grouped together to perform a function
Organs
The 9 major organs
Brain, heart, eyes, stomach, kidneys, intestines, lungs, liver and skin.
Kidney’s functions:
Excrete water and waste
Body’s largest organ:
Skin
Heart serves to:
Circulate the blood.
What organ can you lose and still live
Eyes
Body organs /structures working together to perform one or more functions known as:
Systems
Another term for circulatory system:
Cardiovascular system
Cardio vascular system is primarily made up of:
Arteries, capillaries veins and heart
A sticky, salty, liquid that circulates in the arteries and veins of people
Blood