Anatomy and Physiology Basics

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Which of the following best describes a polar covalent bond?

  • A bond formed due to the attraction between oppositely charged ions.
  • A bond formed between two different atoms, resulting in unequal sharing of electrons. (correct)
  • A bond formed between two identical atoms, resulting in equal sharing of electrons.
  • A bond formed through the transfer of electrons between atoms.

Which of these statements best defines hydrogen bonds?

  • Bonds formed by the complete transfer of electrons between hydrogen ions and hydroxide ions.
  • Bonds that occur when electrons are shared equally.
  • Weak intermolecular attractions between a hydrogen atom with a partial positive charge and a highly electronegative atom with a partial negative charge, such as oxygen or nitrogen. (correct)
  • Strong intramolecular bonds between hydrogen and oxygen within a water molecule.

What does it mean when we say water is polar?

  • Water molecules have a slightly negative charge around the oxygen atom and slightly positive charges around the hydrogen atoms. (correct)
  • Water molecules have an equal sharing of electrons, resulting in no partial charges.
  • Water molecules have no charge at all.
  • Water molecules have a complete separation of charge, forming ions.

Which statement accurately describes the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction, and other factors that influence reaction rates?

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Which of the following best describes the process of hydrolysis?

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Which of the following correctly lists the levels of structural organization from smallest to largest?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a primary function of the skeletal system?

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Which of the following best describes the essential components of a feedback system in the body?

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A patient reports feeling nauseous, which is considered a:

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If a patient is lying face up, which anatomical term describes their position?

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The heart is ________ to the lungs.

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Which of the following is NOT considered a primary element of the human body?

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Which type of chemical bond is formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms?

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Flashcards

Non-polar Covalent Bond

A chemical bond where electrons are shared equally between two atoms of the same element.

Polar Covalent Bond

A chemical bond where electrons are shared unequally between two atoms of different elements, resulting in a partial positive and partial negative charge.

Hydrogen Bond

A weak attraction between a slightly positive hydrogen atom in one molecule and a slightly negative atom in another molecule, often oxygen or nitrogen.

Exergonic Reaction

A chemical reaction that releases energy and has a negative change in free energy (ΔG). The products have lower energy than the reactants.

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Endergonic Reaction

A chemical reaction that requires energy to occur and has a positive change in free energy (ΔG). The products have higher energy than the reactants.

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Anatomy

The study of the structure of the body and its parts.

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Physiology

The study of the function of the body and its parts.

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Cell

The smallest living unit of the body.

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Tissue

A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function.

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Organ

A group of different tissues that work together to perform a specific function.

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Organ System

A group of different organs that work together to perform a specific function.

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Homeostasis

The state of steady internal conditions maintained by living organisms.

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Feedback System

A cycle of events in which the body responds to a change in the internal environment.

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Study Notes

Anatomy and Physiology Definitions

  • Anatomy: The study of the structure of the body and its parts.
  • Physiology: The study of the function of the body and its parts.
  • Branches of Anatomy: (examples) Gross anatomy, microscopic anatomy, developmental anatomy, surface anatomy
  • Branches of Physiology: (examples) Neurophysiology, endocrinology, cardiovascular physiology, respiratory physiology

Structural Organization Levels

  • Smallest to Largest: Atoms → Molecules → Macromolecule → Organelles → Cells → Tissues → Organs → Organ Systems → Organism
  • Largest to Smallest: Organism → Organ systems → Organs→ Tissues → Cells → Organelles → Macromolecules → Molecules → Atoms

Major Body Systems and Functions

  • Integumentary: Protection, body temperature regulation
  • Skeletal: Support, movement, protection, blood cell formation, mineral storage
  • Muscular: Movement, posture, heat production
  • Nervous: Control and coordination of body functions
  • Endocrine: Regulation of body functions
  • Cardiovascular: Transport of oxygen, nutrients, and waste products
  • Lymphatic/Immune: Protection against disease
  • Respiratory: Gas exchange
  • Digestive: Digestion and absorption of nutrients
  • Urinary: Removal of waste products, regulation of fluid and electrolyte balance
  • Reproductive: Production of offspring

Life Processes

  • Metabolism: All chemical reactions in the body (Catabolism and Anabolism)
  • Responsiveness: Reaction to internal and external changes.
  • Growth: Increase in size
  • Movement: Internal and external changes
  • Differentiation: Cells become specialized.
  • Reproduction: Formation of new cells or offspring.

Homeostasis and Feedback Systems

  • Homeostasis: Maintenance of a stable internal environment
  • Feedback Systems: Mechanisms that maintain homeostasis by monitoring, responding to, and adjusting bodily functions.
  • Components of a Feedback Loop:
  • Stimulus: Initiating event (change in internal/external environment)
  • Receptors: Detect the stimulus.
  • Control Center: Processes information and sends instructions.
  • Effectors: Bring about a change to counteract the stimulus.
  • Response: A change that opposes the original stimulus (either Positive or Negative feedback)

Negative vs. Positive Feedback

  • Negative Feedback: A response returns the body to its original state, restoring normal conditions. (e.g., blood glucose levels regulation involves negative feedback)
  • Positive Feedback: A response strengthens or intensifies the initial stimulus. (e.g., childbirth, blood clotting, and inflammatory response)

Signs vs. Symptoms

  • Sign: An objective indicator of disease that can be observed or measured (e.g., fever, rash, high blood pressure)
  • Symptom: A subjective indicator of disease that is felt by the patient (e.g., pain, nausea, headache)

Non-invasive Techniques

  • Physical Examination: Observation, palpation, auscultation
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG): Measuring electrical activity of the heart.
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG): Measuring electrical activity of the brain.
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Pulse oximetry
  • Temperature measurement
  • Visual assessment

Anatomical Position & Body Regions

  • Anatomical Position: Standing upright, facing forward, palms forward.
  • Anterior: Front of the body, facing forward
  • Posterior: Back of the body
  • Prone: Lying face down
  • Supine: Lying face up

Directional Terms

  • *Used to describe relative positions of structures within the body. (Requires knowledge of structures and locations)

Body Planes & Sections

  • Various planes (sagittal, transverse, coronal) divide the body to reveal internal structures

Body Cavities

  • Dorsal Cavity: Cranial (brain), Vertebral (spinal cord)
  • Ventral Cavity: Thoracic (Heart, Lungs), Abdominopelvic

Abdominopelvic Regions/Quadrants

  • 9 Abdominopelvic regions, 4 Quadrants

Medical Imaging

  • X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds

Chapter 2 - Chemistry

  • Major Elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen
  • Atom Structure: Nucleus (protons, neutrons), Electrons (shells)
  • Electron Shells (1-3): Maximum number of electrons per shell

Atomic Concepts

  • Atomic Number: Number of protons
  • Mass Number: Number of protons + neutrons
  • Isotope: Atoms with same number of protons but different number of neutrons
  • Atomic Mass: Weighted average of the masses of all isotopes of an element.

Ions and Charges

  • Positive ion: Loss of electrons (cation)
  • Negative ion: Gain of electrons (anion)

Molecules vs. Compounds

  • Molecule: 2 or more atoms combined
  • Compound: 2 or more different atoms (e.g. H2O)

Chemical Bonds

  • Covalent Bonds: Sharing of electrons
  • Ionic Bonds: Transfer of electrons (e.g. Na+ Cl-)
  • Hydrogen Bonds: Weak attractions between a hydrogen atom and another atom.

Covalent Bonds (Polar vs. Non-Polar)

  • Polar Covalent Bonds: Unequal sharing of electrons (e.g. H2O)
  • Non-Polar Covalent Bonds: Equal sharing of electrons (e.g. O2)

Chemical Reactions

  • Parts of chemical reactions: Reactants, products, Arrow
  • Types of chemical reactions: Synthesis, decomposition, exchange, reversible
  • Exergonic: Release energy.
  • Endergonic: Absorb energy.

Metabolism and Energy

  • Metabolism: All chemical reactions in the body.
  • Energy: Forms (chemical kinetic potential etc.)
  • Work: Force over distance.
  • Activation energy: The energy needed for a chemical reaction to start
  • Factors affecting chemical reactions: Temperature, Concentration of reactants, Catalysts

Organic vs. Inorganic Compounds

  • Organic: Contain carbon
  • Inorganic: Do not contain carbon (except for CO2, CO, Carbonates)

Water

  • Water properties: Polarity, cohesion, adhesion, high heat capacity, high heat vaporization

Hydrolysis and Dehydration Synthesis

  • Hydrolysis: Breaking down molecules by adding water
  • Dehydration Synthesis: Building up molecules by removing water

Acids, Bases, and Buffers

  • Acids: Increase H+ concentration
  • Bases: Decrease H+ concentration
  • pH Scale: Measure of H+ concentration (7 - neutral, <7 - acid, > 7 - base)
  • Buffers: Resist changes in pH.

Biomolecules

  • Specific information and details regarding types, structure, components, functions, locations, and examples (foods) of each biomolecule (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids ) required

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