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Anatomy and Physiology Definitions

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What are the properties of RNA?

  • It is ribonucleic acid. (correct)
  • It includes adenine, cytosine, guanine, and thymine.
  • It is used directly in translation. (correct)
  • It includes 'transfer' and 'messenger' subgroups. (correct)

    • The steps of the cell cycle include growth and __________.

    mitosis

    What are the phases of the cell cycle?

    G1 Phase, S Phase, G2 Phase, Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, Cytokinesis.

    The synthesis of messenger RNA is called translation.

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

    Which of the following is a mode of tissue death? (Check all that apply)

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

    Which of the following are cells found in connective tissue? (Check all that apply)

    <p>Red blood cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define anatomy.

    <p>Study of structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define physiology.

    <p>Study of function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Anatomy and dissection both mean '___________', and dissection is essential for study.

    <p>cutting apart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Comparative anatomy studies what?

    <p>The study of multiple species in order to examine similarities and differences and analyze evolutionary trends.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Radiology is the branch of medicine concerned with _______.

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

    Gross anatomy involves structures that ____ be seen with the naked eye.

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

    Histology is the observation of what?

    <p>Tissue specimens, thinly sliced and stained, and observed under a microscope.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define histopathology.

    <p>The microscopic examination of tissue for signs of disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cytology is the study of what?

    <p>The structure and function of individual cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Physiology has many subdisciplines that study ______ systems or ____________ in general.

    <p>nervous; mechanisms of disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Comparative physiology is the study of what?

    <p>How different species have solved problems of life such as water balance, respiration, and reproduction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hypothesis?

    <p>An informed conjecture that is capable of being tested and potentially falsified by experimental or data collection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is sample size?

    <p>The number of subjects used in a study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are controls in an experiment?

    <p>Permit comparison with experimental results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define placebo.

    <p>A substance with no significant physiological effect on the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is peer review?

    <p>A critical evaluation by other experts in that field.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a fact?

    <p>Information that can be independently verified by any trained person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a law in science?

    <p>Generalization about the predictable ways in which matter and energy behave.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a theory?

    <p>An explanatory statement or set of statements derived from facts, laws, and confirmed hypotheses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define hierarchy of complexity.

    <p>Organism, organ systems, organs, tissues, cells, organelles, molecules, atoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define organism.

    <p>A single, complete individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define organ system.

    <p>A group of organs with a unique collective function, such as circulation, respiration, or digestion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List the 11 organ systems.

    <p>Integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define organ.

    <p>A structure composed of two or more tissue types that work together to carry out a particular function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _____ is the body's largest organ, but contains thousands of smaller organs such as glands, hairs, nerves, etc.

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

    Define tissue.

    <p>A mass of similar cells and cell products that forms a discrete region of an organ and performs a specific function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 4 primary classes of tissue?

    <p>Epithelial, connective, nervous, muscular.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ______ are the smallest units of an organism that carry out basic functions of life.

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

    Organelles are microscopic structures in a ____ that carry out its ___________ _____________.

    <p>cell; individual functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Give examples of organelles.

    <p>Mitochondria, centrioles, and lysosomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define molecule.

    <p>A particle composed of at least two atoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Smallest particles of matter that have unique chemical identities are called _______.

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

    Life is characterized by several properties, what are they?

    <p>Organization, cellular composition, metabolism, responsiveness and movement, homeostasis, development, reproduction, and evolution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Living things exhibit a higher level of ____________ than the nonliving world around them.

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

    Living matter is composed of _______.

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

    Define metabolism.

    <p>Living things take in molecules from the environment and chemically change them into molecules that form their own structure, control their physiology, or provide them with energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is anabolism?

    <p>The building up in the body of complex chemical compounds from smaller simpler compounds, usually with the use of energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is catabolism?

    <p>Destructive metabolism involving the release of energy and resulting in the break down of complex materials within the organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Excretion is required to remove the ________ molecules produced by metabolism.

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

    Organisms react to _______ and are capable of ___________.

    <p>stimuli; movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ability to sense and react to stimuli called?

    <p>Responsiveness, irritability, or excitability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define homeostasis.

    <p>Ability to maintain internal stability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is development?

    <p>Any change in form or function over the lifetime of the organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Differentiation is the ____________ of generalized cells into cells with specialized tasks.

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

    Define growth.

    <p>An increase in size and occurs via chemical change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All living things are capable of producing copies of themselves (offspring) and passing on their ________.

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

    What are mutations?

    <p>Changes in DNA structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Physiological variables differ depending on what?

    <p>Sex, age, weight, diet, degree of physical activity, genetics, and environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Physiology is largely a group of mechanisms for maintaining ___________.

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

    Loss of homeostatic control can lead to _______ or ______.

    <p>illness; death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pathophysiology study?

    <p>Unstable conditions that result when our homeostatic controls go awry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The internal state of the body is best described as ___________ ____________.

    <p>dynamic equilibrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Feedback mechanisms are often called ______ _______ because they alter the changes that triggered them.

    <p>feedback loops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is body temperature regulated?

    <p>A group of nerve cells in the base of the brain that monitor the temperature of the blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the body is overheated?

    <p>The body's internal 'thermostat' in the brain triggers vasodilation (widening of blood vessels) in the skin to lose heat to the air, and activates sweating for evaporative cooling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when the body is chilled?

    <p>The body's thermostat triggers vasoconstriction (narrowing of blood vessels) in the skin to retain heat, and activates shivering to generate heat from muscles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What regulates blood pressure?

    <p>Baroreceptors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an example of a physiological variation?

    <p>A spleen on the right side of the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define ilium.

    <p>Portion of the small intestine to a hip bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define zygomatic.

    <p>Face muscle to a bony process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define malleolus.

    <p>Middle-ear bone to protuberance of the ankle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define trapezium.

    <p>Back muscle to wrist bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dynamic equilibrium can be described as having a certain set point for a given variable where internal conditions remain constant at this point.

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

    Place the descriptions into the proper order to represent positive feedback to regain homeostasis.

    <p>The head of the fetus pushes against the cervix. = 1 Nerve impulses from the cervix are transmitted to the brain. = 2 The brain stimulates the pituitary gland to secrete oxytocin. = 3 Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions and pushes the fetus toward the cervix. = 4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Label the following parts of the human body's structural hierarchy.

    <p>Atom = 1 Molecule = 2 Organelle = 3 Macromolecule = 4 Cell = 5 Tissue = 6 Organ = 7 Organ system = 8 Organism = 9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Choose the singular noun form that is correctly paired to its plural form.

    <p>-is and -ides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most anatomical terms can be traced back to _________ and ___________.

    <p>Greek; Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Every member of the same species has the exact same anatomical structure.

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

    Which of the following statements is/are true regarding living organisms? Check all that apply.

    <p>They maintain relatively stable internal conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The theory that a large, complex system, such as the human body, can be understood by studying its simpler components is called reductionism.

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

    Select the true statements regarding ions, electrolytes, and free radicals. Check all that apply.

    <p>Electrolytes are important for their chemical reactivity, osmotic effects, and electrical effects (which are essential to nerve and muscle function).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    RNA plays a role in which of the following? Check all that apply.

    <p>Synthesizing proteins and copying instructions from DNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A mixture consists of substances that are physically blended but not chemically combined.

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

    What is a decomposition reaction?

    <p>AB ---&gt; A + B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a synthesis reaction?

    <p>A + B --&gt; AB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an exchange reaction?

    <p>AB + CD --&gt; AC + BD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Select each of the statements that correctly states the role or function of minerals in the human body. Check all that apply.

    <p>Minerals contribute significantly to body structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define decomposition.

    <p>Large molecule breaks down into two or more smaller ones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define synthesis.

    <p>Two or more small molecules combine to form a larger one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define exchange.

    <p>Two molecules exchange atoms or groups of atoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify the correct statement(s) regarding mixtures. Check all that apply.

    <p>The most common colloids in the body are mixtures of protein and water, such as the albumin in blood plasma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of cAMP?

    <p>It acts as a 'second messenger' to activate metabolic effects within the cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify true statements regarding polymers. Check all that apply.

    <p>Starch is a polymer of about 3,000 glucose monomers and provides a tremendous source of fuel to the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of phosphorus?

    <p>Major component of nucleic acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of sulfur?

    <p>Found in proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of iodine?

    <p>A component of thyroid hormone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the functions of zinc?

    <p>Some enzymes only function when it is present.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of sodium?

    <p>Needed for muscle and nerve function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of mitochondria?

    <p>Produces most of the ATP in the cell via cellular respiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The amino acids carried by the tRNA are eventually joined to one another by _______ bonds.

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

    Name the phases in the mitotic phase.

    <p>Prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, and cytokinesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the phases in interphase.

    <p>G1, S, and G2.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The three base sequence on the transfer RNA is the codon.

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

    Transcription occurs when _________.

    <p>A messenger RNA molecule is synthesized from DNA in the nucleus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the properties of DNA?

    <p>Deoxyribonucleic acid, double stranded, contains genes, includes adenine, cytosine, guanine, and thymine, relatively larger, and duplicated prior to mitosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Anatomy and Physiology Definitions

    • Anatomy: Study of structure in living organisms.
    • Physiology: Study of function and processes of living organisms.

    Dissection and Comparative Studies

    • Dissection: Cutting apart; essential for studying anatomy.
    • Comparative Anatomy: Examines similarities and differences across multiple species to analyze evolutionary trends.
    • Comparative Physiology: Studies how different species solve biological challenges like respiration and reproduction.

    Imaging and Tissue Studies

    • Radiology: Branch of medicine focused on medical imaging technologies.
    • Gross Anatomy: Involves structures visible to the naked eye.
    • Histology: Observes tissue specimens under microscopic examination.
    • Histopathology: Microscopic examination of tissues to identify diseases.
    • Cytology: Study of individual cell structure and function.

    Research Methodology

    • Hypothesis: Testable conjecture, potentially falsifiable through experimentation.
    • Sample Size: Number of subjects in a study impacting reliability.
    • Controls: Control groups help compare results and assess experimental variables.
    • Placebo: Inactive substance with no physiological effect.
    • Peer Review: Evaluation by experts to ensure research quality.

    Scientific Facts and Laws

    • Fact: Verified information independent of personal beliefs.
    • Law: Generalization on predictable behaviors of matter and energy.
    • Theory: Explanatory set of statements from facts, laws, and confirmed hypotheses.

    Biological Hierarchy

    • Hierarchy of Complexity: Ranges from atoms to organisms.
    • Organism: Complete individual capable of life processes.
    • Organ System: Group of organs functioning collectively (e.g., respiratory system).
    • Tissue: Group of similar cells performing specific functions.
    • Cell: Smallest unit of life, carrying out basic functions.

    Cellular and Molecular Structures

    • Organelles: Microscopic structures in cells with individual functions (e.g., mitochondria, lysosomes).
    • Molecules: Combinations of at least two atoms forming specific substances.
    • Atoms: Fundamental particles of matter with unique chemical identities.

    Characteristics of Living Organisms

    • Properties of Life: Include organization, cellular composition, metabolism, responsiveness, homeostasis, growth, reproduction, and evolution.
    • Metabolism: Chemical transformations for energy and structure.
    • Anabolism: Synthesis of complex substances from simpler ones.
    • Catabolism: Breakdown of complex materials releasing energy.

    Homeostasis and Feedback Mechanisms

    • Homeostasis: Maintenance of stable internal conditions.
    • Feedback Mechanisms: Regulate changes to maintain homeostasis; can be positive or negative.
    • Dynamic Equilibrium: Internal state of balance where conditions adjust rather than remain constant.

    Physiological Variations

    • Physiological variations are affected by factors such as sex, age, weight, diet, activity level, genetics, and environment.
    • Specific physiological variations can include changes like increased red blood cells in pregnancy.

    Cell Cycle and Division

    • Phases in Mitosis: Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, and Cytokinesis.
    • Interphase Phases: G1, S, and G2 phases preceding cell division.

    Molecular Biology

    • RNA Functions: Synthesizes proteins and copies instructions from DNA.
    • DNA vs. RNA: DNA is double-stranded; RNA is single-stranded and includes uracil instead of thymine.

    Types of Chemical Reactions

    • Decomposition Reaction: Larger molecules break down into smaller components.
    • Synthesis Reaction: Smaller molecules combine to form larger ones.
    • Exchange Reaction: Atoms or groups are exchanged between molecules.

    Roles of Minerals

    • Minerals are vital for various biological processes, such as enzyme activity, hormone composition, and structural support in tissues.

    Tissue Types and Cell Types

    • Four primary tissue classes: Epithelial, Connective, Nervous, Muscular.
    • Connective tissue cells include leukocytes, red blood cells, and chondrocytes, but not muscle fibers or neurons.

    Tissue Death

    • Modes of tissue death include apoptosis (programmed cell death), necrosis (cell injury), and infarction (tissue death due to insufficient blood supply).

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