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What is the main focus of the study of physiology?
What is the main focus of the study of physiology?
- Pathological changes in the body
- Comparative anatomy of animals
- Structuring cells and tissues
- Functions of the body (correct)
Which branch of anatomy requires the use of a microscope for visualization?
Which branch of anatomy requires the use of a microscope for visualization?
- Gross Anatomy
- Histology (correct)
- Descriptive Anatomy
- Comparative Terminology
What does pathology primarily study?
What does pathology primarily study?
- The positional terminology of organisms
- The processes of animal development
- The functions of organ systems
- Structural changes due to disease (correct)
Which directional term describes being towards the head in quadrupeds?
Which directional term describes being towards the head in quadrupeds?
What is the median plane responsible for?
What is the median plane responsible for?
Which term is used to describe a position farther from the trunk?
Which term is used to describe a position farther from the trunk?
Which study focuses on the similarities between various species of animals?
Which study focuses on the similarities between various species of animals?
Which term indicates a direction towards the surface of the body?
Which term indicates a direction towards the surface of the body?
What does the term 'palmar' refer to in quadrupeds?
What does the term 'palmar' refer to in quadrupeds?
What defines the sagittal plane?
What defines the sagittal plane?
Which of the following best describes the transverse plane?
Which of the following best describes the transverse plane?
What is the primary function of the dorsal body cavity?
What is the primary function of the dorsal body cavity?
Which term describes the body partition that is perpendicular to both median and transverse planes?
Which term describes the body partition that is perpendicular to both median and transverse planes?
What characterizes bilateral symmetry in an organism?
What characterizes bilateral symmetry in an organism?
Which of the following statements about the ventral body cavity is true?
Which of the following statements about the ventral body cavity is true?
What role does homeostasis play in an organism?
What role does homeostasis play in an organism?
What is the level of structural organization that follows tissues?
What is the level of structural organization that follows tissues?
In anatomical terminology, what does 'rostral' refer to?
In anatomical terminology, what does 'rostral' refer to?
Which of the following best describes the cranial cavity?
Which of the following best describes the cranial cavity?
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Anatomy
Anatomy
The study of the structure and form of organisms.
Physiology
Physiology
The study of how the body functions.
Pathology
Pathology
Study of structural and functional changes due to disease.
Gross Anatomy
Gross Anatomy
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Microanatomy
Microanatomy
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Histology
Histology
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Comparative Terminology
Comparative Terminology
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Embryology
Embryology
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Dorsal
Dorsal
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Median Plane
Median Plane
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Sagittal Plane
Sagittal Plane
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Transverse Plane
Transverse Plane
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Frontal (Dorsal) Plane
Frontal (Dorsal) Plane
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Rostral
Rostral
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Bilateral Symmetry
Bilateral Symmetry
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Dorsal Body Cavity
Dorsal Body Cavity
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Ventral Body Cavity
Ventral Body Cavity
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Cells
Cells
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Tissues
Tissues
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Homeostasis
Homeostasis
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Study Notes
Anatomy and Physiology I: Basic Terminology
- Anatomy: The study of the structure and form of organisms. Originates from the Greek word anatomē meaning "to dissect" or "to cut up."
- Physiology: The study of how organisms function.
- Pathology: The study of structural and functional changes in the body due to disease. This is the foundation of medical treatment.
- Gross Anatomy/Macroanatomy: The study of body structures visible without a microscope.
- Microanatomy: The study of structures requiring a microscope for visualization. This includes cells and tissues.
- Histology: The study of cells and tissues.
- Comparative Anatomy: The study of similarities and differences in the anatomy of various species.
- Embryology: The study of animal development from conception to birth.
Descriptive Terminology
- Descriptive terminology in quadruped animals (4-legged) describes anatomical positions relative to the animal's normal standing posture. Terms like:
- Dorsal: Away from the ground
- Ventral: Towards the ground
- Cranial/Rostral: Towards the head
- Caudal: Toward the tail
- Medial: Towards the midline
- Lateral: Away from the midline
- Proximal: Closer to the trunk
- Distal: Farther from the trunk
- Palmar: On the front leg, surface facing the ground (on the paw)
- Plantar: On the hind leg, surface facing the ground
Organization of Living Things
- Cells: Basic functional units of life.
- Tissues: Specialized cells grouped together.
- Organs: Groups of tissues working together for a specific purpose.
- Systems: Groups of organs working together for a common function.
- Homeostasis: The maintenance of a stable internal environment, a dynamic equilibrium, in the body.
- Health: The state of normal anatomy and physiology.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamental terms used in Anatomy and Physiology I. This quiz covers essential concepts including anatomy, physiology, pathology, and various types of anatomy. Gain a clearer understanding of the foundational terminology critical for medical studies.
