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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

  • Blood circulation
  • Digestion
  • Hormone secretion
  • Breathing (correct)

The anatomical position has the body lying down with palms facing backward.

False (B)

List two main functions of the integumentary system.

Protects against damage and provides an outside covering.

The major organ of the circulatory system is the ______.

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

Match the following body systems with their primary functions:

<p>Digestive = Take in food &amp; break it down Nervous/Sensory = Receive, interpret, &amp; respond to environment Endocrine = Make hormones Excretory/Urinary = Get rid of waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of homeostasis?

<p>High metabolic rates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Oxygen is essential for the utilization of nutrients in the body.

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

What are the five survival needs for the human body?

<p>Nutrients, oxygen, water, body temperature, atmospheric pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

<p>Movement and support (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Positive feedback mechanisms in the body enhance the original stimulus.

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

What organ is located in the cranial cavity?

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

The _______ regulates the transport of materials entering and exiting the cell.

<p>cell membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the organelles with their functions:

<p>Nucleus = Stores genetic information Ribosomes = Make proteins Golgi apparatus = Sorts proteins Lysosome = Breaks down unwanted material</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of transport requires energy?

<p>Active transport (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Epithelial tissues are vascularized.

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

What is the main function of mitochondria?

<p>Carry out reactions to break down food</p> Signup and view all the answers

_________ is the process by which a cell ingests and disposes of damaged cells.

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

Which organ is found in the pelvic cavity?

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

Negative feedback mechanisms shut down the original stimulus.

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

Name the four major tissue types in the human body.

<p>Epithelial, Connective, Nervous, Muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _______ cavity separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity.

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

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

<p>Mitosis = Cell division process G1 phase = Cell growth phase S phase = DNA replication phase G2 phase = Preparation for division phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue is primarily responsible for the secretion and absorption of substances in organs like the kidney?

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

Stratified cuboidal epithelium is known for its protective qualities and is found in the skin.

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

What is the main function of collagen fibers in connective tissues?

<p>Provides strength to tissues and helps cells attach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The outermost layer of the epidermis is called the ______.

<p>stratum corneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each type of muscle tissue with its key characteristic:

<p>Skeletal = Voluntary movement with striations Smooth = Involuntary movement without striations Cardiac = Involuntary movement with branching striations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the adipose connective tissue?

<p>Energy storage and insulation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hyaline cartilage is primarily found in the joints of bones.

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

Name one function of the integumentary system.

<p>Mechanical protection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

_________ epithelium contains multiple layers of flattened cells.

<p>Stratified squamous</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which connective tissue is responsible for shock absorption and flexibility?

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

Vitamin D is produced by the dermis of the skin.

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

What is keratin and where is it predominantly found?

<p>Keratin is a tough, fibrous protein found in the stratum corneum of the epidermis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the connective tissue type with its location:

<p>Dense = Tendons and ligaments Areolar = Around organs Elastic = In the ear Osseous = Skull and spine</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of keratinization begins in the _______ layer of the epidermis.

<p>stratum granulosum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone is characterized by being cube-shaped?

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

Osteoarthritis is an autoimmune disease.

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

What is the anatomical position?

<p>A position where the body stands upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ connects the skull to the spine.

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Match the following types of movements with their definitions:

<p>Flexion = Decrease in the angle between body parts Adduction = Movement towards the midline Pronation = Palms down with bones crossed Circumduction = Movement in a circular motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which joint movement primarily occurs in the transverse plane?

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The acetabulum is a part of the humerus.

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What is the role of a synergist muscle?

<p>To stabilize and assist the action of the prime mover.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ulna is located ______ compared to the radius in the anatomical position.

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

Which type of cartilage is found in the vertebral column?

<p>Fibrous cartilage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outermost layer of the epidermis?

<p>Stratum corneum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All skin cancers are equally dangerous.

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

What are the three pigments that contribute to skin color?

<p>Melanin, hemoglobin, and carotene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

___ glands open into a hair follicle.

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

Match the following types of skin cancer with their characteristics:

<p>Basal Cell Carcinoma = Most common, least malignant, invades basal cells Squamous Cell Carcinoma = Can rapidly grow and spread, affects keratinocytes Malignant Melanoma = Least common, causes most deaths, cancer of melanocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer is primarily involved in keratinization?

<p>Stratum corneum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Eccrine glands do not produce sweat.

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What is the main function of the axial skeleton?

<p>To protect the brain, spinal cord, and thoracic organs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ABCDE rule is used to help detect __________.

<p>Malignant melanoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the synovial joint types with their actions:

<p>Hinge = Elbow movement, uniaxial Ball &amp; Socket = Shoulder movement, multiaxial Pivot = Shaking head 'no', uniaxial</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue makes up joints between vertebrae?

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

Sebaceous glands are found on the palms of the hands.

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

How does a person get a tan?

<p>Through increased production of melanin in response to sun exposure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The two types of sudoriferous glands are __________ and __________.

<p>Eccrine, apocrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of synovial joint is the thumb joint?

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

Which muscle is responsible for the extension and external rotation of the thigh at the hip joint?

<p>Gluteus Maximus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The retina is a part of the eye that can be regenerated.

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

What is the role of calcium in muscle contraction?

<p>Calcium ions are released to initiate muscle contraction by binding to troponin, allowing myosin to attach to actin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ muscle closes the mouth and protrudes the lips.

<p>Orbicularis Oris</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following parts of the eye with their functions:

<p>Cornea = Bends light to focus it Iris = Controls the amount of light entering the eye Lens = Adjusts shape for focusing Retina = Converts light into nerve impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

What produces tears in the eye?

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

The fibrous tunic of the eye is a vascular part.

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

What function do ossicles serve in the ear?

<p>Ossicles transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _____ controls lens shape in the eye.

<p>Ciliary body</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Tibialis Anterior muscle?

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Flashcards

Anatomy

The study of the structure of the body. Think of it as the blueprint of your body.

Physiology

The study of the function of the body's structures. How those structures work together to keep you alive.

Anatomical Position

A standardized way of describing body parts, with the body standing upright, feet slightly apart, palms facing forward, and thumbs pointing away from the body.

Interrelationship of Anatomy and Physiology

Body structures are designed to perform specific functions and those functions depend on the structures. So, anatomy and physiology work together like a lock and key.

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Homeostasis

Maintaining a stable internal environment in the body. Think of it like a thermostat keeping your house at a comfortable temperature.

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Survival Needs

The five basic things the human body needs to survive: Nutrients, Oxygen, Water, Body Temperature, and Atmospheric Pressure.

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Disruption of Homeostasis

If homeostasis is disrupted, the body's internal balance is thrown off, leading to health issues like autoimmune diseases or even cancer.

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Body Systems and Homeostasis

Each body system plays a role in maintaining homeostasis. For example, Respiratory system takes in oxygen, Digestive system provides nutrients, and Excretory system removes waste.

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Nervous System

The body's control center, made up of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, responsible for communication and coordination.

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Endocrine System

The system that uses hormones to regulate bodily functions.

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Positive Feedback

A feedback mechanism that amplifies the initial stimulus.

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Negative Feedback

A feedback mechanism that opposes the initial stimulus to maintain homeostasis.

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Epithelial Tissue

Tissue that covers body surfaces, lines cavities, and forms glands.

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Connective Tissue

Tissue that supports and connects other tissues.

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Muscle Tissue

Tissue responsible for movement.

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Nervous Tissue

Tissue that transmits signals throughout the body.

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Plasma Membrane

The outer boundary of a cell, regulating the passage of substances.

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Nucleus

The control center of the cell, containing genetic material.

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Ribosomes

Organelles that synthesize proteins.

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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)

A network of interconnected membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.

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Golgi Apparatus

Organelle responsible for sorting and packaging proteins.

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Lysosome

Organelle containing enzymes that break down waste material.

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Simple Cuboidal Epithelium

A single layer of cube-shaped cells involved in secretion, absorption, and, in some cases, the movement of mucus or reproductive cells. It also provides protection.

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Stratified Squamous Epithelium

Multiple layers of flattened cells primarily involved in protection, diffusion, and filtration. It also contributes to secretion in serous membranes.

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Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium

Multiple layers of cube-shaped cells primarily involved in secretion, absorption, and, in some cases, the movement of mucus or reproductive cells. It also provides protection.

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Connective Tissue: Function

Connective tissues bind and support other tissues, provide protection, insulate, and transport substances (in the case of blood).

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Collagen Fibers

The strongest and most abundant type of fiber found in the extracellular matrix of connective tissues. They provide strength, help cells attach to tissues, and assist in healing.

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Elastic Fibers

Fibers in the extracellular matrix that allow tissues to stretch and flex, maintaining shape.

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Reticular Fibers

Fibers that create a network within the extracellular matrix, supporting cells and aiding in their attachment.

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Osseous Tissue (Bone)

Hard connective tissue that provides support, protection, aids in movement, stores minerals, and produces blood.

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Fibrocartilage

A type of cartilage with significant collagen fibers, providing shock absorption, support, and flexibility.

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Elastic Cartilage

A flexible type of cartilage with high elastic fiber content, providing flexibility and support.

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Hyaline Cartilage

The most common type of cartilage, smooth and glassy, providing support, shock absorption, and facilitating growth.

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Dense Connective Tissue

A strong and tightly packed connective tissue, composed mainly of collagen fibers, providing strength, support, and attachment.

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Areolar Connective Tissue

A loose and flexible connective tissue, providing support, containing nutrients, and facilitating immune defense.

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Adipose Tissue (Fat)

Connective tissue composed of fat cells (adipocytes), providing energy storage, insulation, protection, and hormone production.

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Dense Irregular Connective Tissue

A strong and dense connective tissue with randomly arranged collagen fibers, providing strength and support.

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Muscle Tissue: Types

There are three distinct types of muscle tissue: Skeletal, Smooth, and Cardiac.

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Orbicularis Oris

A circular muscle surrounding the mouth, responsible for closing the mouth and protruding the lips.

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Latissimus Dorsi

A large, flat muscle on the back, responsible for arm extension, abduction, and rotation, and assists in respiration.

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Gluteus Maximus

The largest muscle in the body (the one you sit on).

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Tibialis Anterior

A muscle located on the front of the shin, responsible for dorsiflexion (lifting your toes up) and foot inversion (turning your foot inwards).

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Pectoralis Major

A large, fan-shaped muscle covering the chest, responsible for arm abduction, internal rotation, and flexion and extension.

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Calcium

A mineral responsible for initiating muscle contraction.

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Myosin

Thick filaments in muscle fibers that interact with thin filaments (actin) to create muscle contraction.

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Actin

Thin filaments in muscle fibers that interact with thick filaments (myosin) to create muscle contraction.

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Sliding Filament Mechanism

The process of muscle contraction where thick and thin filaments slide past each other, shortening the muscle.

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Epidermis Layers

The epidermis is composed of five layers: stratum corneum, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum, and basale. Each layer has unique characteristics and functions, contributing to the skin's protective barrier.

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Stratum Corneum

The outermost layer of the epidermis, composed of dead, flattened cells filled with keratin. It acts as a tough, waterproof barrier.

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Stratum Basale

The deepest layer of the epidermis, containing rapidly dividing cells that constantly produce new cells. Melanocytes are also found here.

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Melanocytes

Specialized cells in the stratum basale that produce melanin, a pigment that contributes to skin color and provides protection from UV radiation.

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Acid Mantle

A thin, acidic film on the surface of the skin created by sweat and sebum, which helps to inhibit bacterial growth.

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Keratinization

The process by which cells in the epidermis are filled with keratin, making them tough and waterproof. This process occurs as cells move up through the layers.

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Langerhans Cells

Immune cells in the epidermis that capture and process antigens (foreign substances), initiating an immune response.

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Sudoriferous Glands

Sweat glands responsible for regulating body temperature by secreting sweat.

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Eccrine Glands

The most numerous type of sweat gland, found throughout the skin. They secrete a thin, watery sweat that regulates body temperature.

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Apocrine Glands

Sweat glands found in the axillary and groin areas. They secrete a thicker sweat that mixes with bacteria, producing body odor.

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Sebaceous Glands

Oil glands associated with hair follicles. They secrete sebum, a waxy substance that lubricates and protects the skin and hair.

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Goosebumps

A response to cold or fear, where tiny muscles in the skin contract, causing hair to stand on end.

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Jaundice

A yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes caused by a buildup of bilirubin, a yellow pigment produced during the breakdown of red blood cells.

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Benign Tumor

A noncancerous growth that does not spread or invade surrounding tissue.

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Malignant Tumor

A cancerous growth that can invade nearby tissue and spread to other parts of the body.

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Basal Cell Carcinoma

The most common type of skin cancer, arising from the basal cell layer of the epidermis. It typically grows slowly and rarely metastasizes.

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Squamous Cell Carcinoma

A type of skin cancer arising from squamous cells in the epidermis. It can spread if not treated.

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Malignant Melanoma

The most dangerous type of skin cancer, arising from melanocytes. It can spread rapidly and is difficult to treat.

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ABCDE Rule

A guide to help detect potential melanoma. Stands for Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color variation, Diameter greater than 6mm, Evolving or changing.

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Axial Skeleton

The central part of the skeleton, including the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage. It provides support and protection for vital organs.

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Appendicular Skeleton

The bones of the limbs and girdles (shoulder and pelvic). It allows for movement and locomotion.

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Long Bones

Bones that are longer than they are wide, typically found in the limbs (except the patella and wrist/ankle bones).

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Short Bones

Cube-shaped bones, often found in the wrist and ankle.

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Flat Bones

Thin, flattened bones that provide protection and surface area for muscle attachment.

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Irregular Bones

Bones with complex shapes, like the vertebrae and hip bones.

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Osteoarthritis

The most common type of arthritis, caused by aging and wear and tear on articular cartilage.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

An autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the joints.

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Gout

A type of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid in the joint cavity.

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Scoliosis

A lateral curvature of the thoracic region of the spine.

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Lordosis

An inward curvature of the lumbar region of the spine, often seen in pregnant women or overweight individuals.

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Fossa

A depression or hollow in a bone that serves as a point of attachment for muscles or ligaments.

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Tuberosity

A large, roughened, prominent projection on a bone, serving as a point of attachment for tendons or ligaments.

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Tubercle

A small, rounded projection on a bone, typically serving as a point of attachment for muscles.

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Process

A general term for a bony projection or outgrowth, often serving as a point of attachment or articulation.

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Humerus Articulation

The humerus (upper arm bone) articulates with the scapula (shoulder blade), radius (forearm bone), and ulna (forearm bone).

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Femur Articulation

The femur (thigh bone) articulates with the pelvis and the patella (kneecap).

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Radius Articulation

The radius (forearm bone) articulates with the humerus, ulna, scaphoid bone, and lunate bone.

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Ulna Articulation

The ulna (forearm bone) articulates with the humerus and radius.

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Ulna Position

The ulna is located on the medial side of the forearm in the anatomical position.

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Metacarpals

Long bones located in the hand, between the phalanges (fingers) and carpal bones (wrist) .

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Acetabulum

The socket in the hip bone that receives the head of the femur.

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Types of Movement

Types of movement are based on the insertion and origin points of muscles.

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Gliding Movement

A simple movement where surfaces slide past each other, like in the carpal bones of the wrist.

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Angular Movement

A movement that changes the angle between two bones, such as flexion, extension, and hyperextension.

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Rotation

A movement around a central axis, like turning your head.

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Flexion

A decrease in the angle between two bones, like bending your elbow.

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Extension

An increase in the angle between two bones, like straightening your elbow.

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Hyperextension

An extension of a joint beyond its normal anatomical position, like when you bend your neck backwards.

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Adduction

Movement toward the midline of the body.

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Abduction

Movement away from the midline of the body.

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Circumduction

A movement that moves a limb in a circular path.

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Dorsiflexion

Flexing the foot upward, like pulling your toes up toward your shin.

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Plantar Flexion

Pointing your toes downward, like when you stand on your tippy toes.

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Inversion

Turning the sole of the foot inward, so the big toe points up and the pinky toe is on the ground.

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Eversion

Turning the sole of the foot outward, so the pinky toe points upwards and the big toe is on the ground.

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Supination

Turning the palm upward, so the radius and ulna are parallel, like holding a bowl of soup.

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Pronation

Turning the palm downward, so the radius and ulna cross, like holding a glass of water.

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Plane Joint

Allows for gliding movement.

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Hinge Joint

Allows for flexion and extension, like the elbow or knee.

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Pivot Joint

Allows for rotation, like the joint between the atlas and axis in your neck.

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Condyloid Joint

Allows for flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and circumduction, like the wrist joint.

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Saddle Joint

Allows for flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, circumduction, and opposition, like the thumb joint.

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Ball and Socket Joint

Allows for the widest range of motion, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, circumduction, and rotation, like the shoulder or hip joint.

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Insertion

The point where a muscle attaches to the more movable bone or structure.

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Origin

The point of attachment where a muscle connects to a relatively fixed or less movable bone or structure.

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Prime Mover

The muscle responsible for a specific movement.

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Antagonist

The muscle that opposes the action of the prime mover.

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Synergist

A muscle that assists the prime mover in performing a movement.

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Fixator

A muscle that stabilizes a bone or joint during a movement.

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Biceps Brachii

The muscle located in the anterior proximal upper arm, responsible for flexion of the elbow.

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Temporalis

The muscle located on the lateral sides of the head, responsible for closing the jaw.

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External Obliques

The muscle located on the lateral abdomen around the waist, responsible for rotating and flexing the torso.

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Frontalis

The muscle located in the anterior and medial part of the head, near the eyebrows, responsible for raising the eyebrows.

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Study Notes

Anatomy and Physiology

  • Anatomy is the study of structures
  • Physiology is the study of the function of those structures
  • Function and structure are interrelated, supporting each other
  • Anatomical position: body erect, feet slightly apart, palms forward, thumbs away from body

Body Systems

  • Respiratory: Function: breathing; Major organs: lungs, trachea
  • Circulatory: Function: blood circulation; Major organs: heart, arteries, veins, blood
  • Digestive: Function: food intake and breakdown; Major organs: mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, appendix, pancreas
  • Endocrine: Function: hormone production; Major organs: various endocrine glands
  • Reproductive: Function: reproduction; Major organs: ovaries, testes
  • Nervous/Sensory: Function: receive, interpret, and respond to stimuli; Major organs: brain, nerves, sensory organs
  • Integumentary (Skin): Function: protection, outside covering; Major organs: hair, skin, nails
  • Musculoskeletal: Function: support, form, movement; Major organs: muscles, bones
  • Hematopoietic/Lymphatic: Function: protection from invaders, fluid circulation; Major organs: bone marrow, spleen, tonsils, lymph fluid, nodes, ducts
  • Excretory/Urinary: Function: waste elimination; Major organs: kidneys

Maintaining Life

  • Maintaining boundaries, movement, responsiveness, digestion, metabolism, excretion, reproduction, and growth are vital for life.

Survival Needs

  • Nutrients: provide energy and building blocks for cells
  • Oxygen: necessary for cellular respiration
  • Water: essential for chemical reactions, transport, and regulation
  • Body temperature: must remain within a narrow range for optimal enzyme function
  • Atmospheric pressure: crucial for breathing and gas exchange

Homeostasis

  • Homeostasis: maintenance of a stable internal environment
  • Disruption of homeostasis can lead to disease and imbalance, potentially harmful feedback mechanisms. Various body systems work to maintain homeostasis, with nervous and endocrine systems playing key roles.

Feedback Mechanisms

  • Positive feedback: enhances a response (e.g., blood clotting, childbirth, lactation)
  • Negative feedback: reduces a response (e.g., blood glucose control, hormonal regulation)

Directional Terms

  • (Examples provided, but specific body landmarks, bones, and joints need to be applied to these examples)*

Body Landmarks

  • (Lists of anterior and posterior body landmarks are provided, but would be best studied with a diagram)

Body Cavities

  • Dorsal: protects the nervous system
    • Cranial: contains the brain
    • Spinal: contains the spinal cord
  • Ventral: contains most internal organs
    • Thoracic: contains heart and lungs
    • Abdominopelvic: contains digestive organs and reproductive organs
  • (Diagrams are required to fully understand these cavities)

Body Quadrants/Regions

  • (Diagrams are required to fully understand these quadrants/regions)

Cells

Cell Organelles and Functions

  • Nucleus: stores genetic information
  • Ribosomes: protein synthesis
  • Plasma membrane: cell boundary, regulates transport
  • Endoplasmic reticulum: protein and lipid synthesis
  • Golgi apparatus: protein sorting and modification
  • Lysosomes: breakdown of unwanted material
  • Vacuoles: storage
  • Mitochondria: cellular respiration

Cell Membrane

  • Regulates material transport into and out of cells
  • Cholesterol maintains membrane fluidity

Passive Transport

  • Diffusion: movement of substances from high to low concentration
  • Facilitated diffusion: movement of substances with help of carrier proteins
  • Osmosis: diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane
  • Filtration: movement of substances due to pressure

Active Transport

  • Ion pumps: use energy to move ions against their concentration gradient
  • Endocytosis: bringing substances into the cell by engulfing them
  • Exocytosis: releasing substances from the cell using vesicles
  • (Diagram of the cell in different solutions is required)

Cell Cycle

  • G1: cell growth
  • S: DNA replication
  • G2: organelle duplication
  • Mitosis: nuclear division
  • Cytokinesis: cell division
  • (Mitosis phases need to be examined using diagrams or visuals)

Tissues

Tissue Types and Subcategories

  • Epithelial: covering and lining
  • Connective: support, connection
  • Nervous: communication
  • Muscle: movement

Epithelial Tissue

  • Classified by cell shape and number of layers
  • Characteristics: cells tightly packed, avascular, apical and basal surfaces
  • Functions: protection, absorption, filtration, secretion
  • (Specific epithelial types (simple cuboidal, stratified squamous, stratified cuboidal) need details on function and location)

Connective Tissue

  • Characteristics: abundant extracellular matrix, support, connect, protect
  • Types of fibers: collagen, elastic, reticular
  • (Specific connective tissue types (osseous, fibrocartilage, elastic, hyaline, dense, areolar, adipose, dense irregular) need details on function and location)

Muscle Tissue

  • Skeletal: voluntary movement
  • Smooth: involuntary movement, found in organs
  • Cardiac: involuntary movement, found only in the heart

Integumentary System

  • Functions:
    • Mechanical protection
    • Chemical protection
    • Biological protection
    • Temperature regulation
    • Cutaneous sensation
    • Metabolic functions
    • Blood reservoir
    • Excretion
  • Vitamin D function: calcium absorption
  • Epidermis layers (superficial to deep): stratum corneum, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum, basale
  • Stratum lucidum absent in thin skin
  • Keratinocytes are most abundant in the epidermis
  • Keratin: tough, fibrous protein; protection
  • Keratinization begins in the stratum granulosum

Integumentary Pigmentation

  • Melanin, hemoglobin, carotene
  • Tanning: increased melanin production due to sun exposure

Sweat Glands

  • Eccrine: watery sweat for cooling; widespread
  • Apocrine: thicker sweat, often associated with body odor; axillary and groin regions
  • Sebaceous glands: oil production, associated with hair follicles

Skin Cancer

  • Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, malignant melanoma
  • ABCDE rule (asymmetry, border, color, diameter, evolution) for detecting melanoma

Skeletal System

  • Axial skeleton: skull, vertebral column, bony thorax; protection
  • Appendicular skeleton: limbs, shoulder girdle, pelvic girdle; movement
  • (Specific joints, bone types, and bone markings need application)

Muscular System

  • Movement: based on insertion and origin points, types of movement: gliding, angular, rotation
  • Insertion, origin
  • Muscle naming: direction, size, location, number of origins, location of attachment, shape, action
  • Muscle types (prime mover, antagonist, synergist, fixator)
  • (Specific muscle locations, descriptions, actions are needed)

Nervous System and Muscles

  • Nervous system controls muscle contraction (calcium) and movement via nerves

Special Senses

  • Parts of the eye: avascular (fibrous tunic), vascular (vascular tunic); retina cannot be regenerated
  • Light pathway through eye
  • Eye functions (diagram needed)

Short Answer Study Notes

  • Detailed short answer study notes are not feasible in this format. Comprehensive answers require elaboration and examples that cannot be concisely summarized here.*

Reading Comprehension Study Notes

  • (Detailed reading comprehension study notes are not feasible in this format. Comprehensive answers require analyzing the text.)*

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