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What is the scientific study of the STRUCTURE of an organism that describes the size, shape, construction, and positions of organs in the body?
What is the scientific study of the STRUCTURE of an organism that describes the size, shape, construction, and positions of organs in the body?
Anatomy
What is the scientific study of the FUNCTIONS of an organism that describes how the organs work independently and in relation to the whole organism?
What is the scientific study of the FUNCTIONS of an organism that describes how the organs work independently and in relation to the whole organism?
Physiology
Which of the following are considered vital organs?
Which of the following are considered vital organs?
In which general region of the body are the majority of the vital organs contained?
In which general region of the body are the majority of the vital organs contained?
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What term is used to describe the standardized way of viewing the body for consistent anatomical descriptions?
What term is used to describe the standardized way of viewing the body for consistent anatomical descriptions?
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What plane divides the body into equal right and left halves?
What plane divides the body into equal right and left halves?
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What plane divides the body into unequal left and right parts?
What plane divides the body into unequal left and right parts?
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What plane divides the body lengthwise, running side to side, into front and back parts?
What plane divides the body lengthwise, running side to side, into front and back parts?
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What is another name for the Coronal Plane?
What is another name for the Coronal Plane?
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What plane divides the body horizontally into equal upper and lower parts?
What plane divides the body horizontally into equal upper and lower parts?
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What are other names for the Transverse Plane?
What are other names for the Transverse Plane?
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What plane is at a 45-degree angle to the sagittal plane or the median plane?
What plane is at a 45-degree angle to the sagittal plane or the median plane?
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What is another term for Posterior?
What is another term for Posterior?
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What does it mean to be Erect?
What does it mean to be Erect?
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What does Supine mean?
What does Supine mean?
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Which of the following lists the major body structures in order of increasing complexity?
Which of the following lists the major body structures in order of increasing complexity?
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What system protects the organism from injury, disease, and infection, aids in temperature regulation, waste excretion, and sensory reception?
What system protects the organism from injury, disease, and infection, aids in temperature regulation, waste excretion, and sensory reception?
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What system coordinates body activities by receiving, interpreting, and conducting messages to all other systems?
What system coordinates body activities by receiving, interpreting, and conducting messages to all other systems?
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What system provides body movement and support?
What system provides body movement and support?
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Which major organ system provides the framework for the body and works to protect and support it?
Which major organ system provides the framework for the body and works to protect and support it?
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What system transports materials throughout the body by carrying oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products?
What system transports materials throughout the body by carrying oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products?
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What body position is referred to as the Dorsal Recumbent Position?
What body position is referred to as the Dorsal Recumbent Position?
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What cavity is the pituitary gland located in?
What cavity is the pituitary gland located in?
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What structures are the major components of the Nervous System?
What structures are the major components of the Nervous System?
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What organs are found within the abdominal cavity?
What organs are found within the abdominal cavity?
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What is the correct sequence of body structures from simplest to most complex?
What is the correct sequence of body structures from simplest to most complex?
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Study Notes
Anatomical Terminology
- Anatomy: The scientific study of the structure of an organism, describing size, shape, construction, and organ positions.
- Physiology: The scientific study of the functions of an organism, explaining how organs work individually and within the whole organism.
- Vital Organs: Heart, liver, and brain; their malfunction is life-threatening.
- Major Organ Location: The majority of vital organs reside in the trunk region.
- Anatomical Position: A standardized reference position for consistent anatomical descriptions. A person stands erect, facing forward, with feet pointed forward and arms hanging down, palms forward.
- Median Plane: Divides the body into equal right and left halves (also called Midline or Midsagittal Plane).
- Sagittal Plane: Divides the body into unequal right and left parts.
- Coronal (Frontal) Plane: Divides the body into front (anterior) and back (posterior) parts.
- Transverse (Horizontal/Cross-Sectional) Plane: Divides the body into upper and lower parts.
- Oblique Plane: A plane at a 45-degree angle to a sagittal or median plane.
- Posterior: Back side of the body. Also called Dorsal.
- Anterior: Front side of the body. Also called Ventral.
- Superior: Towards the head (also called Cephalic).
- Inferior: Towards the feet (also called Caudal).
- Erect: Standing or sitting upright.
- Supine: Lying down face up.
Body Planes and Directional Terms
- Body Planes: Used to section the body for study. These include sagittal, coronal, transverse, and oblique planes.
- Directional Terms: Define locations relative to each other within the body—including superior/inferior, anterior/posterior, medial/lateral, etc.
Body Cavities and Systems
- Body Cavities: Spaces within the body that contain organs.
- Abdominal Cavity Contents: Contains the stomach, liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, part of the intestines, and kidneys.
- Cranial Cavity: Houses the pituitary gland.
- Major Body Structure Sequence (Increasing complexity): Cell → Tissue → Organ → Organ System → Organism
- Integumentary System: Skin; protects, regulates temperature, excretes waste, and receives sensations.
- Nervous System: Coordinates body activities. Structures include brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.
- Muscular System: Provides movement and support.
- Skeletal System: Framework supporting and protecting the body. Composed of bones.
- Circulatory System: Transports oxygen, nutrients, and removes waste products.
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Test your knowledge on anatomical terminology with this quiz. It covers essential concepts like anatomy, physiology, and organ positioning, crucial for understanding the human body. Familiarize yourself with the anatomical planes and vital organ locations for a comprehensive grasp of the subject.
