Physiology Test 1 Flashcards
(47 cards)
The study of structure
Anatomy
The study of function
Physiology
The study of disease and disorders
Pathology
Space or a hole
Cavities
What are the 2 dorsal body cavity?
Cranial and Spinal
Brain, pituitary
Cranial
Spinal cord
Spinal
What are the 2 ventral body cavities?
Thoracic and abdominal
Herat, lungs
Thoracic
Stomach, intestines, pancreas
Abdominal
Ventral (front side)
Anterior
Dorsal (backside)
Posterior
Skin (on the surface)
Superficial
Within
Deep
Close to the point of attachment
Proximal
Far from the point of attachment
Distal
In between (used with 3)
Intermediate
What are the levels of organization?
Chemical, cellular, tissues, organs, and systems
Elements and compounds
Chemical
Groups of cells without the same structure and function
Tissues
Are groups of tissues with a common function
Organs
Groups of organs with a function
Systems
How many steps are there for Necessary for life?
12
First is …
Maintain a boundary