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What does Anatomy deal with?
The structure of the body and its parts
What does Physiology study?
The functions of the body parts
Which of the following are characteristics of life? (Select all that apply)
What is required for life? (Select all that apply)
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Structure relates to function in anatomy and physiology.
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Homeostasis refers to the maintenance of a stable external environment.
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What mechanism is most common in homeostatic control?
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What separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity?
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Which organ system covers the body and helps regulate temperature?
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What divides the body into right and left portions?
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Match the following organ systems with their primary function:
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Study Notes
Anatomy and Physiology
- Anatomy focuses on body structure and the names of body parts, while physiology studies the functions of these parts and how they work together.
- The two disciplines are interconnected; the function of a body part is influenced by its structure.
Characteristics of Life
- Cellular structure is fundamental to life.
- Growth and development are key life processes.
- Responsiveness to environmental changes is essential for survival.
- Circulation, respiration, digestion, absorption, excretion, reproduction, and metabolism are critical activities for sustaining life.
Requirements of Organisms
- Water, food, oxygen, heat, and pressure are vital for life processes.
Key Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
- Structure is always related to function.
- The body's primary job is maintaining homeostasis.
Homeostasis
- Homeostasis is the maintenance of a stable internal environment.
- Control systems in the body consist of receptors for stimuli, control centers, and effectors that respond.
Feedback Mechanisms
- Negative Feedback: Most common homeostatic control mechanism; it reduces the intensity of a stimulus (e.g., body temperature regulation).
- Positive Feedback: Less common; amplifies the original stimulus (e.g., blood clotting and childbirth).
Cellular Basis of Activity
- Every function performed by the body starts at the cellular level.
Organization of the Human Body
- The human body is structured into cavities, membranes, and organ systems.
Body Cavities
- Dorsal Cavity: Includes cranial cavity and vertebral canal; contains smaller cavities like oral, nasal, and orbital cavities.
- Ventral Cavity: Comprises thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities, separated by the diaphragm.
Organ Systems
- Integumentary System: Covers the body and regulates temperature.
- Skeletal System: Supports and protects body structures, stores minerals, and facilitates blood formation.
- Muscular System: Enables body movement and maintains posture.
Integration and Coordination
- Nervous System: Processes information and sends signals to muscles and glands.
- Endocrine System: Regulates metabolic functions through hormone secretion.
Transport Systems
- Cardiovascular System: Distributes oxygen and nutrients; removes waste products from cells.
- Lymphatic System: Drains excess fluid and plays a role in immune response.
Absorption and Excretion
- Digestive System: Breaks down food, absorbs nutrients.
- Respiratory System: Facilitates gas exchange in the lungs.
- Urinary System: Removes waste and maintains body fluid balance.
Reproductive System
- Produces new organisms; includes male (testes and associated structures) and female (ovaries and uterus) reproductive systems.
Anatomical Terminology
- Describes body part locations relative to others, assuming the anatomical position (standing, facing forward, arms at sides, palms forward).
Anatomical Terms of Position
- Superior/inferior, anterior/posterior, ventral/dorsal, medial/lateral, distal/proximal, right/left, deep/superficial, caudal/cephalic.
Body Sections
- Sagittal Section: Divides the body into right and left portions.
- Transverse Section: Divides the body into superior and inferior portions, often referred to as a "cross section."
- Coronal Section: Divides the body into anterior and posterior sections.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the foundational concepts of Anatomy and Physiology. It explores the structure and function of the human body, emphasizing the interrelation between anatomical parts and their physiological roles. Test your understanding of key characteristics of life and the body's various systems.
