Introduction to Physiology Lecture 1
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What is the main focus of physiology?

  • Exploring the molecular structure of organisms
  • Comparing different intercellular chemical messengers
  • Studying the origin of living organisms
  • Understanding the functions of living things (correct)

    • What is the primary objective of homeostasis?

  • To maintain a constant body temperature (correct)
  • To regulate genetic expression in cells
  • To prevent dehydration in the body
  • To enhance intercellular communication

    • What does the term 'physiology' etymologically mean?

  • Study of the functions of living things (correct)
  • Nature or origin of living organisms
  • Study of intercellular chemical messengers
  • Comparative analysis of homeostatic control systems

    • Which book mentions the sub-disciplines of Physiology according to organism, system, and study or techniques?

    <p>Human Physiology - An Integrated Approach, 8th by Silverthorn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do we shiver when feeling cold?

    <p>To generate heat and maintain body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the study of structure called?

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

    Which atoms make up approximately 96% of the human body?

    <p>C, H, O, N</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental unit of both structure and function in a living being?

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

    Which type of epithelial tissue is characterized by its elongated shape?

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

    Where do epithelial cells rest in relation to the basement membrane?

    <p>Basolateral side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the study of anatomy, which of the following correctly describes the relationship between structure and function?

    <p>Functions depend on the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following atoms makes up approximately 96% of the human body's composition?

    <p>Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the primary tissues in the human body?

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

    What is the function of epithelial tissues?

    <p>Selective secretion and absorption of ions and organic molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of muscle tissue pumps blood from the heart in the human body?

    <p>Cardiac muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the lecture?

    <p>Describing the body's organization from molecular to organismic level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the lecture?

    <p>Defining homeostasis and its characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Silverthorn, in which book can we find information about the sub-disciplines of Physiology according to organism, system, and study techniques?

    <p>Human Physiology - An Integrated Approach, 8th edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'physiology' etymologically mean?

    <p>The study of the functions of living things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do people shiver when they are cold?

    <p>To generate heat and maintain body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

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