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All cells arise from pre-existing ______.

cells

The ______ is a flexible outer boundary that regulates what enters and exits the cell.

plasma membrane

The control center of the cell, containing ______, is known as the nucleus.

DNA

______ is the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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The ______ pump is an example of primary active transport.

<p>sodium-potassium</p> Signup and view all the answers

Osmosis refers to the diffusion of ______ across a selectively permeable membrane.

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

Facilitated diffusion involves the movement of molecules across the membrane via ______.

<p>transport proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vesicular transport is used for the transport of large particles and ______ across membranes.

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

The ______ system includes the skin and sweat glands, protecting the body and regulating temperature.

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

The ______ connects, supports, and protects body organs while distributing blood vessels.

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

Organs are made up of different types of ______ that work together to perform specific functions.

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The ______ system is responsible for transferring oxygen from the inhaled air to the blood.

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

Metabolism includes ______, which refers to the breakdown of complex substances into simpler components.

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The ______ system consists of glands that regulate body activities by releasing hormones.

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

The ______ generates action potentials to regulate body activities and includes the brain and spinal cord.

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An organism is any living thing considered as a ______.

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The ______ plane passes through the midline of an organ and divides it into equal right and left halves.

<p>mid-sagittal</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ plane does not pass through the midline but divides an organ into unequal halves.

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

The ______ plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts.

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

The ______ plane divides the body into superior and inferior parts.

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

The ______ cavity contains the brain and is formed by cranial bones.

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

The ______ cavity surrounds the heart.

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

The ______ cavity extends from the diaphragm to the groin.

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

The ______ includes the bony part of the head that protects the brain.

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

Endocytosis is the process of taking substances into the cell via ______.

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

The ______ is responsible for ATP production through cellular respiration.

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

Ribosomes are the sites of ______ synthesis.

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The ______ modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion.

<p>Golgi Apparatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the G1 Phase of the cell cycle, the cell experiences growth and normal ______.

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

Exocytosis involves the expulsion of substances from the cell via ______.

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Microtubules are part of the ______, which provides structural support and aids in cell movement.

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

During metaphase, chromosomes align in the ______ of the cell.

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

The human body is composed of four primary tissue types: epithelial, connective, muscle, and ______ tissues.

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

Epithelial tissue is characterized by closely packed cells with minimal ______ material.

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

Simple squamous epithelium is found in the alveoli of lungs, allowing for gas ______.

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

Dense connective tissue contains densely packed ______ fibers, found in tendons and ligaments.

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

Adipose tissue serves as a fat-storing tissue, providing insulation and ______ storage.

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

Loose connective tissue is made up of a gel-like matrix with ______ and elastic fibers.

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

Simple columnar epithelium is found in the digestive tract, aiding in absorption and ______.

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

Cartilage has a firm but flexible matrix, providing support and ______.

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Flashcards

Epithelial Tissue

Tissue that covers body surfaces, lines hollow organs, and forms glands.

Connective Tissue

Connects, supports, and protects organs, distributing blood vessels to tissues.

Muscular Tissue

Tissue specialized for contraction, responsible for movement and heat generation.

Nervous Tissue

Transmits information throughout the body via nerve impulses.

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Organ

A structure composed of different tissue types, organized for a specific function and recognizable shape.

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System

A group of related organs that work together to perform a complex function.

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Integumentary System

Protects the body, regulates temperature, and includes skin, hair, and nails.

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Skeletal System

Supports and protects the body, composed of bones and joints.

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Muscular System

Enables body movement and consists of skeletal muscle tissue.

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Nervous System

Regulates body activities through nerve impulses, including the brain and spinal cord.

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Endocrine System

Regulates body functions through hormone secretion, composed of hormone-producing glands.

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Cardiovascular System

Pumps blood and carries nutrients throughout the body, including the heart and blood vessels.

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Lymphatic System

Returns proteins and fluids to the blood, involving lymphatic fluids and vessels.

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Respiratory System

Facilitates gas exchange, including the lungs.

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Digestive System

Breaks down food both physically and chemically, including the gastrointestinal tract (GIT).

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Urinary System

Produces and eliminates urine, excretes waste, including the kidneys and bladder.

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Reproductive System

Produces gametes, including testes and ovaries.

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Organization

The coordinated interactions among components within a living organism.

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Metabolism

The sum of all chemical processes in a living organism.

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Catabolism

The breakdown of complex molecules into simpler ones, releasing energy.

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Anabolism

The building up of complex molecules from simpler ones, requiring energy.

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Mid-Sagittal Plane

A vertical plane that divides the body into equal right and left halves.

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Parasagittal Plane

A vertical plane that divides the body into unequal right and left sections.

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Frontal Plane (Coronal)

A vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions.

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Transverse Plane (Horizontal)

A horizontal plane that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) sections.

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Oblique Plane

An angled cut between transverse and sagittal or frontal planes.

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Cranial Cavity

The cavity that houses the brain.

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Vertebral Canal

The canal that contains the spinal cord.

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Thoracic Cavity

The cavity that encloses the ribs and heart.

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Pleural Cavity

The space that surrounds the lungs.

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Pericardial Cavity

The space that encloses the heart.

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Mediastinum

The central thoracic compartment between the lungs.

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Abdominopelvic Cavity

The large cavity that extends from the diaphragm to the groin, encircling the abdominal wall and pelvis.

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Abdominal Cavity

The part of the abdominopelvic cavity that contains the digestive organs.

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Pelvic Cavity

The part of the abdominopelvic cavity that houses the urinary bladder and reproductive organs.

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Study Notes

Tissue Types

  • Epithelial tissue covers body surfaces, lines hollow organs and cavities, and forms glands.
  • Connective tissue connects, supports, protects organs, and distributes blood vessels to tissues.
  • Muscular tissue contracts for movement and heat generation.
  • Nervous tissue transmits information through nerve impulses.

Organs and Systems

  • An organ consists of different tissue types joined for specific functions and recognizable shapes (e.g., stomach, skin, heart).
  • A system is a group of related organs functioning together.

Major Organ Systems

  • Integumentary system: Protects body, regulates temperature (includes skin, hair, nails).
  • Skeletal system: Supports and protects body (composed of bones and joints).
  • Muscular system: Enables movement (consists of skeletal muscle tissue).
  • Nervous system: Regulates body activities through nerve impulses (includes brain, spinal cord).
  • Endocrine system: Regulates functions by hormone secretion (composed of hormone-producing glands).
  • Cardiovascular system: Pumps blood, carries nutrients (includes heart, blood vessels).
  • Lymphatic system: Returns proteins and fluids to blood (involves lymphatic fluids and vessels).
  • Respiratory system: Facilitates gas exchange (includes lungs).
  • Digestive system: Breaks down food both physically and chemically (GIT).
  • Urinary system: Produces and eliminates urine, excretes waste (includes kidneys, bladder).
  • Reproductive system: Produces gametes (includes testes and ovaries).

Characteristics of Living Human Organism

  • Organization: Interrelationships among components enabling function.
  • Metabolism: Utilization of energy for vital functions (catabolism = breakdown, anabolism = building).

Anatomical Planes

  • Mid-sagittal Plane: Splits the body into equal right and left halves.
  • Parasagittal Plane: Divides body into unequal right and left sections.
  • Frontal Plane (Coronal): Divides the body into anterior and posterior portions.
  • Transverse Plane (Horizontal): Cuts body into superior and inferior sections.
  • Oblique Plane: Angled cut between transverse and sagittal or frontal planes.

Body Cavities

  • Cranial cavity: Houses the brain.
  • Vertebral canal: Contains the spinal cord.
  • Thoracic cavity: Encloses ribs and heart.
  • Pleural cavity: Surrounds lungs.
  • Pericardial cavity: Encloses heart.
  • Mediastinum: Central thoracic compartment between lungs.
  • Abdominopelvic cavity: Extends from diaphragm to groin, encircles abdominal wall and pelvis.
  • Abdominal cavity: Contains digestive organs (stomach, liver, intestines).
  • Pelvic cavity: Houses urinary bladder, reproductive organs.

Cell Structure and Function

  • Cells: Basic structural unit of the body; involve metabolism, communication, energy production.
  • Cell Membrane: Phospholipid bilayer with proteins; selective barrier for transport.
  • Types of Transport:
    • Passive Transport: Movement without energy (e.g., diffusion, osmosis).
    • Active Transport: Requires energy to move substances (e.g., sodium-potassium pump).
    • Vesicular Transport: Involves large particles (e.g., endocytosis and exocytosis).

Organelles and Their Functions

  • Nucleus: Contains DNA, regulates activities.
  • Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis.
  • Endoplasmic Reticulum:
    • Rough ER: Protein synthesis; has ribosomes.
    • Smooth ER: Lipid synthesis and detoxification.
  • Golgi Apparatus: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids.
  • Mitochondria: ATP production via cellular respiration.
  • Lysosomes: Digestive enzymes for waste breakdown.
  • Peroxisomes: Enzymes for detoxification.
  • Cytoskeleton: Provides structure and aids in cell movement.
  • Centrioles: Organize microtubules for cell division.
  • Cilia and Flagella: Assist in cell movement.

Cell Cycle

  • Series of events for cell growth and division.
  • Interphase: Cell growth (G1), DNA replication (S), preparation for mitosis (G2).
  • Mitosis: Division of nucleus (prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase).
  • Cytokinesis: Division of cytoplasm into daughter cells.

Tissue Physiology

  • Epithelial Tissue:
    • Characteristics: Tightly packed, avascular, regenerative.
    • Functions: Protection, absorption, secretion.
  • Connective Tissue:
    • Characteristics: Diverse, abundant extracellular matrix, vascular.
    • Functions: Support, protection, transportation.

Examples of Tissue Types

  • Simple Squamous Epithelium: Alveoli in lungs for gas exchange.
  • Stratified Squamous Epithelium: Skin protection.
  • Adipose Tissue: Energy storage and insulation.
  • Dense Connective Tissue: Tendons and ligaments providing strength.

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