WEEK 2- Body Organization Flashcards
(31 cards)
divides body into upper and lower portions
transverse
framework protects body from pathogenic organisms and maintain fluid balances
integumentary
closest point of attachment
proximal
skeletal muscle is
striated and voluntary
4 Types of Tissues
Epithelial , Nervous, Muscle and Connective Tissue
Smooth and Cardiac muscle is
involuntary
Body standing upright, facing forward, with arms at the side and palms facing forward
anatomical position
structure formed by organization of two or more different tissue types
organ
Muscle located in walls of hollow organs, walls of blood vessels, and dermis of skin
smooth muscle
Tissue that covers body & most organs, protects against invading pathogens and toxins
epithelial tissue
organs joined together to carry out vital functions
organ systems
skin and accessory organs
integumentary system
bones and joints; protects organs from injury; gives body structure and stability
skeletal system
muscles and connecting structures; responsible for movement
muscular systems
lymph nodes, spleen. prevents infections falong with WBCs
lymphatic systems
lungs and airways
respiratory system
mouth, esophagus, stomach and intestines; provides and delivers nutrients
digestive system
brain, spinal cord, nerves ; controls all other parts of body
nervous system
glands that secrete hormones
endocrine system
heart and blood vessels ; pumps blood/ eliminates waste
cardiovascular system
filters blood and removes waste
urinary system;
above; below
superior; inferior
divides body into left and right sides
sagittal
divided body into EQUAL left and right sides
midsagittal
