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What does anatomy describe?

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Structures of the body, what they are made of, where they are located, associated structures

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What is physiology the study of?

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Functions of anatomical structures, individual and cooperative functions

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What is gross anatomy?

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Examines large, visible structures

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What are the types of gross anatomy?

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  • Surface anatomy
  • Regional anatomy
  • Sectional anatomy
  • Systemic anatomy
  • Clinical anatomy
  • Developmental anatomy
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What does microscopic anatomy examine?

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Cells and molecules

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What is cytology?

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Study of cells

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What is histology?

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Study of tissues

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What is the smallest stable unit of matter?

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Atom

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What is a molecule?

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Consists of groups of atoms

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What is a cell?

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The smallest living unit in the body

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What is a tissue?

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A group of cells working together

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What is an organ?

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Made of two or more tissues working together

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What is an organ system?

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A group of interacting organs

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How many organ systems do humans have?

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What is the anatomical position?

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Hands at sides, palms forward

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What does ‘supine’ mean?

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Lying down, face up

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What does ‘prone’ mean?

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Lying down, face down

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What is homeostasis?

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All body systems work together to maintain a stable internal environment

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What is negative feedback?

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The response of the effector negates the stimulus, bringing the body back into homeostasis

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What is positive feedback?

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Initial stimulus produces a response that amplifies the original change in conditions

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What defines an element?

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A pure substance composed of atoms of one kind

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What are isotopes?

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Versions of elements based on mass number

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What is the valence shell?

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The outermost shell of an atom that determines bonding

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What is a molecule?

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Two or more atoms joined by strong bonds

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What is a compound?
Two or more atoms of different elements joined by strong or weak bonds
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What is a decomposition reaction?
Breaks chemical bonds, AB → A + B
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What is an enzyme?
A protein catalyst that lowers the activation energy of reactions
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What are hydrophilic compounds?
Compounds that interact with water
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What are hydrophobic compounds?
Compounds that do not interact with water
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What is pH?
The negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration of a solution
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What is the pH of pure water?
7.0
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What are the basic elements that proteins contain?
* Carbon (C) * Hydrogen (H) * Oxygen (O) * Nitrogen (N)
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What does cell theory state?
Cells are the building blocks of all organisms, all cells come from the division of preexisting cells, cells are the smallest units that perform all vital physiological functions
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What is the plasma membrane?
Separates cytoplasm from the extracellular fluid
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What is the function of microvilli?
Increase surface area for absorption
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What does the rough endoplasmic reticulum do?
Active in protein and glycoprotein synthesis, folds proteins into secondary and tertiary structures
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What are lysosomes?
Enzyme-containing vesicles produced by Golgi apparatus
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What is the function of mitochondria?
Take chemical energy from food and convert it into usable energy
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What are lysosomes?
Powerful enzyme-containing vesicles produced by the Golgi apparatus ## Footnote Lysosomes play a crucial role in cellular digestion and recycling.
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What do primary lysosomes contain?
Inactive enzymes ## Footnote Primary lysosomes are formed in the Golgi apparatus and are not yet functional.
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How are secondary lysosomes formed?
When primary lysosomes fuse with damaged organelles and enzymes are activated ## Footnote This process enables the breakdown of cellular waste.
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What functions do lysosomes perform?
Destroy bacteria, break down molecules, and recycle damaged organelles ## Footnote Lysosomes are essential for maintaining cellular homeostasis.
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What is the structure of mitochondria?
Smooth outer membrane and inner membrane with numerous folds (cristae) ## Footnote The cristae increase the surface area for energy production.
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What do mitochondria produce?
The energy molecule ATP ## Footnote ATP is vital for energy transfer within cells.
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What is the nucleus in a cell?
The largest organelle and the cell’s control center ## Footnote The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material.
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What is the nuclear envelope?
A double membrane around the nucleus ## Footnote It separates the contents of the nucleus from the cytoplasm.
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What is the perinuclear space?
The space between the two layers of the nuclear envelope ## Footnote This space allows for communication between the nucleus and the cytoplasm.
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What are nuclear pores?
Communication passages in the nuclear envelope ## Footnote They regulate the transport of molecules in and out of the nucleus.
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What is the genetic code?
The chemical language of DNA instructions ## Footnote It consists of sequences of bases (A, T, C, G).
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What is a triplet code?
Three bases = one amino acid ## Footnote This code is fundamental for protein synthesis.
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What is a gene?
DNA instructions for one protein and the functional unit of heredity ## Footnote Genes are segments of DNA that encode specific traits.
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What is cancer?
Abnormal proliferation of cells caused by mutations in genes involved with cell growth ## Footnote Cancer cells can divide uncontrollably, leading to tumor formation.
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What are oncogenes?
Modified genes involved in cell growth that contribute to cancer ## Footnote Oncogenes can lead to uncontrolled cell division.
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What are mutagens?
Agents that cause mutations ## Footnote They can lead to genetic changes that may result in cancer.
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What are carcinogens?
Cancer-causing agents, including many mutagens ## Footnote Exposure to carcinogens increases the risk of developing cancer.
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What is metastasis?
The spread of cancer to other areas ## Footnote It begins with the invasion of tissues surrounding a tumor.
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Fill in the blank: The fluid contents within the inner membrane of mitochondria are called _______.
matrix ## Footnote The matrix contains enzymes involved in metabolic processes.

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