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What term describes an epidemic that is geographically widespread?
What term describes an epidemic that is geographically widespread?
The umbilicus refers to the region of the back.
The umbilicus refers to the region of the back.
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What is the primary function of stem cells?
What is the primary function of stem cells?
to renew themselves for long periods of time by cell division
The _____ cavity contains the heart and lungs.
The _____ cavity contains the heart and lungs.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which term refers to inflammation of the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity?
Which term refers to inflammation of the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity?
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The thoracic cavity is located behind the abdominal cavity.
The thoracic cavity is located behind the abdominal cavity.
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What is the primary function of stem cells?
What is the primary function of stem cells?
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A _____ transmission refers to the use of an animal to spread an organism from one person or place to another.
A _____ transmission refers to the use of an animal to spread an organism from one person or place to another.
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Match the following terms to their correct definitions:
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What is the term used for inflammation of the peritoneum?
What is the term used for inflammation of the peritoneum?
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The pelvic cavity is primarily involved with the organs of the respiratory system.
The pelvic cavity is primarily involved with the organs of the respiratory system.
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What does the term 'retroperitoneal' indicate?
What does the term 'retroperitoneal' indicate?
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The ______ cavity is known to contain the heart and lungs.
The ______ cavity is known to contain the heart and lungs.
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Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
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Study Notes
Anatomy and Physiology Terms
- Pandemic: An epidemic that is geographically widespread
- Pelvic Cavity: The space formed by the hip bones, containing primarily reproductive and excretory organs
- Peritoneum: Membrane lining the abdominal cavity
- Peritonitis: Inflammation of the peritoneum
- Phenylketonuria (PKU): A genetic disorder where an essential digestive enzyme is missing
- Physiology: The study of body function
- Posterior: Toward the back
- Proximal: Closer to the point of attachment
- Retroperitoneal: Located behind the peritoneum
- Thoracic Cavity: Contains the heart and lungs
- Transverse Plane: Horizontal division of the body into upper and lower portions
- Umbilicus: Navel, belly button
- Ventral: Toward the belly
- Stem Cells: Unspecialized cells that renew themselves for long periods.
- Cell Division: Process of stem cells renewing themselves
- Vector-borne Transmission: Spread of an organism from one person/place to another by an animal.
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Test your knowledge on essential anatomy and physiology terms. This quiz will cover definitions and concepts related to human structure and function, including organs, cavities, and medical conditions. Perfect for students in health sciences or related fields.
