Medical Terminology Week 1

The anatomical term for the location towards the tail or hind end of the body.

The anatomical term for the location towards the head or front of the body.

The anatomical term for the location towards the midline of the body.

The anatomical term for the location away from the midline of the body.

The anatomical term for the location closer to the beginning of a limb or structure.

The anatomical term for the location further away from the beginning of a limb or structure.

The anatomical term for the location on the back of the body.

The anatomical term for the location on the belly or underside of the body.

A type of connective tissue that has densely packed collagen fibers arranged in a regular pattern. Provides strength and support to structures.

A type of dense connective tissue that connects muscle to bone. Helps facilitate movement.

A type of dense connective tissue that connects bone to bone. Provides stability to joints.

The outer layer of skin responsible for protection, water-proofing, and sensory perception.

The movement of molecules from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration.

The bottom of the foot.

A layer of tissue that helps connect different parts of the foot.

The outer, hard layer of the hoof, similar to fingernails and toenails.

A single layer of flat, thin cells that allows for easy diffusion of substances.

A single layer of cube-shaped cells involved in secretion and absorption.

A single layer of tall, pillar-like cells responsible for secretion and absorption.

Multiple layers of cells that provide protection against abrasion.

Closely packed cells that appear layered but are all attached to the basement membrane. They often have a columnar shape and can be found in the respiratory tract.

A type of epithelium with hair-like projections called cilia that beat rhythmically to move fluids or particles within a cavity.

A stratified epithelium where multiple cell layers can change shape, allowing organs like the bladder to expand and stretch.

Epithelium with interspersed secretory cells that produce and release mucus, providing lubrication and protection.

Connective tissue that is the most widespread in the body, providing support, flexibility, and elasticity.

A specific type of loose connective tissue that primarily functions in energy storage, insulation, and cushioning.

Muscle tissue responsible for movement of the skeleton, characterized by long, tubular cells and voluntary control.

Muscle tissue found only in the heart, characterized by branched cells and involuntary movement.

Muscle tissue that controls the movements of internal organs, characterized by tapered cells and involuntary control.

This hormone is released by the anterior pituitary gland in the brain and is known as a gonadotropin. It stimulates the testes to produce testosterone and sperm.

Ovaries produce three primary hormones. This hormone is responsible for the development and release of an egg from the ovary. It is released by the anterior pituitary gland in the brain.

They stimulate the ovaries to grow follicles and develop eggs.

This hormone is primarily produced in the ovaries and is essential for the development of female secondary sexual characteristics and the regulation of the menstrual cycle in humans.

This hormone is produced predominantly by the ovaries and is crucial for preparing the lining of the uterus for a potential pregnancy. It is also involved in maintaining pregnancy.

This hormone is mainly produced by the testes and is responsible for the development and maintenance of male sexual characteristics and the production of sperm.

This hormone is released by the anterior pituitary gland and plays a crucial role in triggering and maintaining milk production after childbirth.

This hormone is produced by the posterior pituitary gland and triggers the release of milk from the mammary glands.

The area at the back of the mouth that is shared by both the respiratory and digestive systems.

The flap of cartilage located at the top of the larynx that prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing.

The tube that connects the pharynx to the bronchi, responsible for carrying air to and from the lungs.

The bifurcation is the point where the trachea splits into two separate branches, known as the right and left bronchi, each leading to a lung.

Small tubes leading from the bronchi, further dividing into even smaller tubes called bronchioles. They transport air to the alveoli - tiny air sacs responsible for gas exchange.

The smallest branches of the respiratory system, leading to the alveoli. They have smooth muscle walls that help regulate airflow.

Thin-walled sacs located at the end of the bronchioles, responsible for gas exchange between the lungs and blood.

The membrane that covers the lungs and lines the chest cavity, creating a space known as the pleural space, which contains a vacuum to help with lung expansion and contraction during breathing.