TEST 1 Flashcards
(150 cards)
Define Anatomy
Study of external and internal structures and the relationship between body parts
Define Physiology
The study of how the body functions and the mechanisms in the body
Cytology
Study of Cells
Histology
Study of Tissues
Morphology
Superficial anatomical markings
Four major elements in the body
Hydrogen, Oxygen, Carbon, and Nitrogen
Major components of the body
Water - 66%
Proteins - 20%
Lipids - 10%
Carbohydrates - 3%
Four types of tissue
Epithelial, Muscular, Neural, and Connective
Name the 11 organ systems
I, S, M, N, E, C, L, R, D, U, R
Definite Anabolism
The synthesis of complex molecules
Define Catabolism
The breakdown of complex molecules
List a part of the integumentary system
Epidermis
Axial Skeleton
Brain, thoracic cage, vertebrate
Name a muscle in the body
Deltoid
Name a part of the endocrine system
Pituitary Gland
Name a part of the lymphatic system
Spleen
Supine
Lying down face up
Anterior
Front of the body
Prone
Lying face down
Abdominopelvic quadrants
4 Sections
Abdominopelvic regions
9 Sections
Medial
Closer to middle
Lateral
Further away from middle
Proximal
Nearer to point of attachment