Medical Terminology 3.1 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the abdominal cavity?

Space in the head containing the brain.

Body system that includes glands which secrete hormones.

Body system that includes blood and all its component parts.

Body space between the abdominal walls, above the pelvis, and below the diaphragm. (correct)

What does the blood system include?

Blood and all its component parts.

What is the cardiovascular system?

Body system that includes the heart and blood vessels.

What is the smallest unit of a living structure?

Cell Signup and view all the answers

What is connective tissue?

Fibrous substance that forms the body's supportive framework. Signup and view all the answers

What is the cranial cavity?

Space in the head containing the brain. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the diaphragm?

Muscle that divides the abdominal and thoracic cavities. Signup and view all the answers

What does the digestive system include?

All organs of digestion and waste excretion, from the mouth to the anus. Signup and view all the answers

What is the dorsal cavity?

Main cavity on the back side of the body containing the cranial and spinal cavities. Signup and view all the answers

What does the endocrine system do?

Includes glands that secrete hormones to regulate body functions. Signup and view all the answers

What is epithelial tissue?

Tissue that covers or lines the body or its parts. Signup and view all the answers

What does the integumentary system include?

Skin, hair, and nails. Signup and view all the answers

What does the lymphatic and immune system comprise?

Lymph, glands of the lymphatic system, and specific and nonspecific defenses. Signup and view all the answers

What is muscle tissue?

Tissue that is able to contract and relax. Signup and view all the answers

What does the musculoskeletal system consist of?

Muscles, bones, and cartilage. Signup and view all the answers

What is the nervous system?

Body system that includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Signup and view all the answers

What is nervous tissue?

Specialized tissue that forms nerve cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is an organ?

Group of specialized tissue that performs a specific function. Signup and view all the answers

What is the pelvic cavity?

Body space below the abdominal cavity that includes reproductive organs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the reproductive system?

Either the male or female body system that controls reproduction. Signup and view all the answers

What does the respiratory system include?

Lungs and airways. Signup and view all the answers

What is the sensory system?

Body system that includes the eyes and ears. Signup and view all the answers

What is the spinal cavity?

Body space that contains the spinal cord. Signup and view all the answers

What is a system in biological terms?

Any group of organs and ancillary parts that work together to perform a major body function. Signup and view all the answers

What is the thoracic cavity?

Body space above the abdominal cavity that contains the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels. Signup and view all the answers

What is tissue?

Any group of cells that work together to perform a single function. Signup and view all the answers

What does the urinary system include?

Kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Signup and view all the answers

What is the ventral cavity?

Major cavity in the front of the body containing the thoracic, abdominal, and pelvic cavities. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Abdominal and Cavity Systems

Abdominal cavity is the space between the abdominal walls, situated above the pelvis, and below the diaphragm.
Dorsal cavity includes the cranial cavity (housing the brain) and the spinal cavity (containing the spinal cord).

Body Systems Overview

Blood system encompasses blood and its components, vital for transporting nutrients and oxygen.
Cardiovascular system comprises the heart and blood vessels, essential for circulation.
Digestive system involves organs from the mouth to the anus responsible for digestion and waste excretion.
Endocrine system includes glands that secrete hormones, regulating various body functions.
Integumentary system consists of skin, hair, and nails, protecting the body and aiding in sensory perception.
Lymphatic and immune system features lymph, lymphatic vessels, and glands that defend against disease.
Musculoskeletal system integrates muscles, bones, and cartilage for movement and support.
Nervous system encompasses the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, crucial for transmitting messages and controlling bodily functions.
Reproductive system is designated for reproduction, including male and female specific organs.
Respiratory system incorporates lungs and airways, facilitating breathing and gas exchange.
Sensory system consists of eyes and ears, and the parts of other systems involved in sensory perception.
Urinary system regulates body fluid and waste removal through kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
Ventral cavity is the main cavity at the front of the body, housing thoracic, abdominal, and pelvic cavities.

Tissue and Cellular Structure

Cell is the smallest unit of a living structure, fundamental for life.
Tissue refers to a group of cells working together for a specific function; types include:
- Connective tissue, providing support and structure.
- Epithelial tissue, covering and lining body surfaces.
- Muscle tissue, capable of contraction and relaxation.
- Nervous tissue, forming nerve cells for signal transmission.

Organ and Systems Relationship

An organ is formed from specialized tissues to perform designated functions, coordinating within larger systems for comprehensive bodily function.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards focused on Medical Terminology Chapter 3.1. This quiz covers essential terms related to the human body systems and basic biological units. Perfect for students studying medicine or healthcare.