Chapter 1- Intro To A & P

Question 1

Anatomy

Answer 1

The study of internal and external structures of the body and the physical relationships among body parts

Question 2

Physiology

Answer 2

The study of how organisms perform their vital functions.

Question 3

Cytology

Answer 3

The analysis of the structure of individual cells

Question 4

Histology

Answer 4

The examination of tissues

Question 5

Tissues

Answer 5

Groups of specialized cells and cell products that work together to perform specific functions.

Question 6

Homeostasis

Answer 6

Existence of a stable internal environment.

Question 7

Homeostatic Regulation

Answer 7

The adjustment of physiological systems to preserve homeostasis.

Question 8

Hormones

Answer 8

Chemical messengers.

Question 9

Receptor

Answer 9

A sensor that is sensitive to a particular environmental change.

Question 10

Control Center

Answer 10

Receives and processes the information supplied by the receptor

Question 11

Effector

Answer 11

A cell or organ that responds to the commands of the control center

Question 12

Supine

Answer 12

Face up

Question 13

Prone

Answer 13

Face down

Question 14

Anterior

Answer 14

Front of the body when in anatomical position

Question 15

Body cavities

Answer 15

Internal chambers

Question 16

Dorsal Cavity

Answer 16

Contains brain and spinal cord

Question 17

Ventral Body Cavity

Answer 17

Contains organs of the respiratory , cardiovascular, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.

Question 18

Viscera

Answer 18

Internal organs that are partially or completely enclosed in these cavities

Question 19

Serous Membrane

Answer 19

Lines the walls of the internal cavities

Question 20

Pericardium

Answer 20

Serous Membrane