Unit 1 Lectures and questions

Question 1

Define Gross anatomy and name three types

Answer 1

Anatomy you can see with your eyes
1. Regional
2. Systemic
3. Surface

Question 2

Define Microscopic anatomy and list 2 types

Answer 2

Microscopic Anatomy- anatomy that relies on the use of microscopes in order to study the smallest structures of the body
1. Cytology
2. Histology

Question 3

Define Cytology

Answer 3

Study of Individual Cells

Question 4

Define Histology

Answer 4

Study of the microscopic structures of tissues

Question 5

Define Developmental Anatomy

Answer 5

study of anatomical changes of the body from conception to maturity

Question 6

Define Comparative Anatomy

Answer 6

study of anatomical similarities and differences between species. Reflects Evolutionary Changes.

Question 7

List the three types of diagnostic anatomy

Answer 7

1. Clinical Anatomy
2. Surgical Anatomy
3. Radiographic Anatomy

Question 8

Define Clinical Anatomy

Answer 8

focuses on anatomical features that may undergo recognizable pathological changes during illness

Question 9

Define Surgical Anatomy

Answer 9

Studies anatomical landmarks important for surgical procedures

Question 10

Define Radiographic Anatomy

Answer 10

Study of anatomical structures through specific visualization tools (X-Rays, CT, NMR, MRI, ETC.)

Question 11

List the Structural Levels of Organization

Answer 11

Molecular (chemical) level ->
Cellular Level ->
Tissue Level->
Organ Level->
(Organ) System Level->
Organism

Question 12

List the 5 Common characteristics shared by all living things

Answer 12

1. Excitability(Responsiveness)
2. Growth/Differentiation
3. Reproduction
4. Movement.
5. Metabolism and Excretion

Question 13

Define Responsiveness

Answer 13

Ability of a cell to respond to changes in the environment

Question 14

Define Growth/Differentiation (3)

Answer 14

1. When cells increase in size(hypertrophy)
2. When organism increases in size (increases cell numbers)
3. Multi-cellular organisms have cells that will eventually differentiate to perform specialized functions

Question 15

Define Reproduction(3)

Answer 15

1. When a single cell divides into 2 or more cells
2. Found in tissue, organs, body (hyperplasia)
3. Also for the creation of new organisms(meiosis)

Question 16

Define Movement

Answer 16

Whole body, organs, cells, molecules

Question 17

Define Metabolism and Excretion

Answer 17

1. The process of obtaining and utilizing energy
2. Allows us to make ATP(cellular energy) or requires us to use ATP(anabolism)
3. Removal of toxic waste that is produced through digestion and metabolism(Excretion)

Question 18

Define Catabolism and Anabolism

Answer 18

• Catabolism: the Breakdown of complex molecules
• Absorption: the process of bringing material into the body

Question 19

Describe Anatomical Position(7)

Answer 19

1. Body erect
2. Arms straight and to your side
3. Palms forwards
4. Legs straight
5. Feet flat, toes forwards
6. Feet shoulder length apart
7. Chin forward and perpendicular to your body