Anatomy and Physiology Basics 1st B.Sc A
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What does anatomy refer to?

The internal and external structures of the body, their physical relationships, and their organization.

What does physiology study?

The functions of the structures of the body.

Which of the following are essentials for life? (Select all that apply)

  • Absorption of nutrients (correct)
  • Respiration (correct)
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  • Requirement for nutrients (correct)
  • Homeostasis refers to a stable internal environment.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the set point in homeostasis refer to?

    <p>A desired level of a particular variable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ___ system is responsible for the transport of nutrients and waste.

    <p>circulatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following body systems with their contributions to homeostasis:

    <p>Circulatory system = Transport of O2 &amp; CO2, nutrients, waste, electrolytes, hormones Digestive system = Breakdown of nutrients for absorption, supply water &amp; electrolytes Respiratory system = Gaseous exchange Urinary system = Removal of excess salts, water, acid, waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the body's internal environment during profuse vomiting?

    <p>It disrupts homeostasis by affecting plasma volume and pH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following systems helps maintain fluid balance during vomiting? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Circulatory system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many nucleotides are there in the human genome?

    <p>3.2 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of HIV on the body?

    <p>It causes widespread infections and the occurrence of rare forms of cancers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Levels of Organization

    • The organization levels range from subcellular to multicellular structures.

    Anatomy and Physiology

    • Anatomy involves both internal and external body structures, focusing on their physical relationships and organization.
    • Physiology studies how these structures function.

    Essentials for Life

    • Nutrient requirements essential for growth and energy.
    • Nutrient absorption and circulation of energy sources are critical for sustaining life.
    • Key life processes include respiration and metabolism.

    Homeostasis

    • Homeostasis maintains a stable internal environment, regulating concentrations of nutrients, oxygen, water, etc.
    • Homeostatic mechanisms involve receptors, set points, and effectors.

    Homeostatic Responses

    • Food Intake Response:

      • Detection of increased blood glucose activates receptors.
      • The pancreas releases insulin as an effector.
      • Glucose uptake by cells lowers blood glucose levels.
    • Vomiting Response:

      • Profuse vomiting leads to fluid and acid loss, detected by osmoreceptors and baroreceptors.
      • The hypothalamus signals dehydration.
      • Kidneys conserve water and adjust breathing to maintain pH levels.

    Factors Regulated by Homeostasis

    • Concentrations of nutrients, O2 & CO2, waste products, pH, water, salts, electrolytes, volume, pressure, and temperature are maintained.

    Body Systems Contributions to Homeostasis

    • Circulatory System: Transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones.
    • Digestive System: Breaks down nutrients and supplies water and electrolytes.
    • Respiratory System: Facilitates gaseous exchange.
    • Urinary System: Removes excess salts, water, and waste.
    • Skeletal System: Provides support and calcium.
    • Muscular System: Enables locomotion.
    • Nervous System: Coordinates activities and responses.
    • Integumentary System: Offers physical protection.
    • Immune System: Defends against pathogens and cancer.
    • Endocrine System: Regulates long-term processes in the body.

    Feedback Regulation

    • Positive feedback amplifies bodily processes, enhancing responses to stimuli.

    Importance of Homeostasis

    • Disruptions in homeostasis can lead to illness and even death.

    Anatomical Planes and Body Cavities

    • Interior cavities are lined with connective membranes; the heart is surrounded by the pericardium, and the lungs by pleura. The peritoneal membrane lines the abdominopelvic cavity.

    Case Studies

    • Case 1: In JR's vomiting case, the urinary, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, and endocrine systems work to restore balance in response to fluid and acid loss.
    • Case 2: HIV infection affects cellular functionality and contributes to rare cancer forms, implicating cellular structure changes.

    Structural Components of the Nucleus

    • Human genome contains approximately 3.2 billion nucleotides and 30,000 genes.

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    Explore the fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology in this quiz designed for 1st B.Sc A students. Understand the levels of organization from subcellular to multicellular, and learn about the essentials for life, including homeostasis and metabolism. Test your knowledge on the physical structures and functions of the body.

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