Flashcards in Introduction Deck (36)
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ana-
up
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-temnein
to cut
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gross
large
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micro-
small
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-scopic
to see
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cyt-
cell
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-ology
study of
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hist-
tissue
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physis
nature
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Define biology
study of life
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Define science
a body of systematized knowledge; a way of knowing
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How does science work?
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List some ways we can keep up with the advances of science.
1. Read in professional areas
2. Apply new findings to your profession
3. Apply new findings to your new daily lives
4. Attend professional meetings
5. Learn to think logically, be reasonable, and be unbiased as we evaluate new advances
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How many cells are in the human body?
About 100 trillion
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How many anatomical terms for parts are there in the human body?
50,000
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Organization of the human body (smallest to largest)
Chemical (atoms & molecules) -> Cellular -> Tissue -> Organ -> Organ System -> Organismal
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What is the biochemical definition of life?
Coordinated interaction of biomolecules
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What is the relationship between structure and function?
function determines structure; form determines function
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When does life begin?
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Define homeostasis
the ability to maintain a constant internal environment
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Give examples of homeostasis. Why is it important?
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Define negative feedback. Why is it important?
The output shuts off the original stimulus. E.g. regulation of blood pressure
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What is positive feedback? Why is it important?
the output enhances/exaggerates the original stimulus. E.g. childbirth, digestive system, blood clotting
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What happens if we fail to maintain homeostasis?
It is the basis for disease
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Which organ system is not concerned with homeostasis?
Reproductive system
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How do we maintain boundaries between the internal and external environments at the cellular and organismal levels?
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superior
towards the head
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inferior
away from the head
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anterior
towards the front of the body
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