Human Anatomy Introduction and History

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Where does the word 'Anatomy' originate from?

  • Latin words 'ana' and 'tome'
  • Greek words 'ana' and 'tome' (correct)
  • Sanskrit words 'ana' and 'toma'
  • Arabic words 'anat' and 'tom'

What is the study of the structures of the human body called?

  • Histology
  • Cytology
  • Anatomy (correct)
  • Physiology

Which is the smallest living unit of body construction?

  • Cells (correct)
  • Organ
  • Tissue
  • Organ systems

What is a grouping of like cells working together called?

<p>Tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which area of anatomy forms the basis for the practice of medicine?

<p>Human anatomy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are groups of organs which together perform an overall function called?

<p>Organ systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which approach involves studying each region of the body separately?

<p>Regional approach (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system provides protection from the environment?

<p>Integumentary system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system is responsible for delivering oxygen and nutrients to every cell, tissue, and organ in the body?

<p>Cardiovascular system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system filters and removes extra fluid, toxins, and waste from the bloodstream in the form of urine?

<p>Urinary system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system coordinates movements and controls responses to both external and internal stimuli?

<p>Nervous system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system is mainly comprised of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), liver, gallbladder, and pancreas?

<p>Digestive system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system involves releasing hormones into the bloodstream to maintain homeostasis?

<p>Endocrine system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system includes organs such as the nasal cavity, sinuses, pharynx (mouth), larynx (throat), trachea (windpipe), bronchi, bronchioles, lungs, and diaphragm?

<p>Respiratory system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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