Skeletal System Overview
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What is the function of red bone marrow in adults?

  • Storing fat
  • Mineral storage
  • Producing new bone cells
  • Producing blood cells (correct)

What is the central cavity of a long bone called?

  • Medullary cavity (correct)
  • Cancellous space
  • Haversian canal
  • Lacunae

What type of tissue does osseous tissue belong to?

  • Nervous tissue
  • Epithelial tissue
  • Muscle tissue
  • Connective tissue (correct)

What is the process of dissolving bone and releasing its minerals to the bloodstream?

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What are bone cells called before and after they become enclosed in lacunae?

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What type of bone structure includes trabeculae and spicules?

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

Which hormone is secreted in response to calcium deficiency?

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What is the deepest muscle of the abdominal wall?

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Which muscle is NOT part of the mastication muscles?

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What does muscle extensibility refer to?

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Which statement about skeletal muscle fibers is true?

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What is the relative position of the liver to the diaphragm?

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What describes the process of moving chemicals down a concentration gradient?

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Which of the following statements about a dipeptide is correct?

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Which tissue type is not found in adult organs?

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Which layer of skin is considered the most superficial?

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Which apical layer of epithelium features cells with varying heights on the same basement membrane?

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What type of membrane lines cavities that are open to the exterior environment?

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What is the primary role of the skeleton related to fat storage?

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Which type of ossification produces flat bones, such as the skull?

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What term describes the outer covering of a long bone?

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Which statement regarding epiphyseal plates in children is correct?

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Which type of bone does a vertebra belong to?

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What is the role of red bone marrow in adults?

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Which muscle is considered the prime mover during inhalation?

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What is the main function of lysosomes in bone cells?

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What is the position of the liver in relation to the diaphragm?

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What does it mean for chemicals to move down a concentration gradient?

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Which component of a feedback loop is responsible for detecting changes?

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What is the most superficial layer of the skin?

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Which of the following statements about skeletal muscle fibers is correct?

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What type of epithelium most commonly makes up kidney tubules?

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Which type of feedback occurs during hormonal stimulation of the uterus during childbirth?

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What is the name of the membrane lining cavities that are open to the external environment?

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Which tissue is composed of similar cells and an extracellular matrix?

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Which of the following correctly describes a dipeptide?

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Which of the following is NOT a recognized function of the skeleton?

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What type of ossification is responsible for the development of long bones?

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What is the primary role of the periosteum?

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What are the cartilage areas at the epiphysis of a growing long bone known as?

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Which of the following bone cells is known to have the greatest number of lysosomes?

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What structure connects the frontal and occipital bellies of the occipitofrontalis muscle?

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Which muscle is the antagonist to the triceps brachii?

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Which statement best describes the function of red bone marrow?

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Which of the following muscles is included in the mastication muscles?

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What tissue type is composed of similar cells and extracellular matrix?

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Which layer of skin is primarily responsible for the most rapid cell division?

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Which of the following structures is not part of the human digestive system?

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What is the primary role of ionic bonds in biological substances?

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Which statement about the function of fibroblasts is correct?

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What term describes the clear gel-like substance found within a cell?

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Which epithelium makes up most kidney tubules?

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What is the scientific term for the study of the structure and function of cells?

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In which layer of the skin is melanin predominantly produced?

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What type of bones are primarily produced through endochondral ossification?

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What role do the epiphyseal (growth) plates play in a child's hand x-ray?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the periosteum?

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Which type of muscle prevents a bone from moving during an intentional action?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of trabecular bone?

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What type of muscle shows a parallel arrangement of its fibers?

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What is typically found within the marrow cavity of an adult humerus diaphysis?

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What is the primary role of red bone marrow in adults?

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Which of the following muscles is associated with mastication?

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What best describes the structure of a tissue compared to a cell?

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What is the anatomical position of the liver relative to the diaphragm?

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In the context of concentration gradients, what does it mean when chemicals move down a gradient?

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Which of the following statements about the diaphragm is correct?

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What is true about a hydrolysis reaction?

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What is the scientific term for the clear gel inside a cell?

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Which component is NOT a part of a feedback loop?

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Which cells are responsible for producing cartilage matrix?

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Which statement accurately describes a dipeptide?

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What is the role of periosteum in relation to bones?

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Which type of ossification is responsible for producing flat bones like those of the skull?

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What type of tissue is formed by the growth of cartilage at the epiphyseal plates?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the structure of a vertebra?

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Which cartilage area is found at the epiphysis of a growing long bone?

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What is the role of fat storage in the skeletal system?

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Which type of muscle is primarily responsible for voluntary movement?

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Which structure serves to anchor a thick filament to a Z disc?

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What term describes the condition of a muscle being able to stretch without damage?

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Which statement accurately describes skeletal muscle?

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What defines a tissue as a group of similar cells performing a specific function?

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Which layer of skin houses the majority of sensory receptors?

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Which of the following is true regarding the frontal plane?

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What is the primary function of auscultation?

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Which region of the abdomen is most lateral and superior?

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How does the temperature regulation ability of water contribute to homeostasis?

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What type of feedback is involved in regulating the uterus during childbirth?

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Flashcards

Function of the skeleton (RBC storage)

RBC storage is NOT a primary function of the skeleton.

Tissue type of osseous tissue

Connective tissue

Central cavity of a long bone

Marrow cavity

Bone type of a vertebra

Irregular bone

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Sheath covering a long bone

Periosteum

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Bone cell before lacunae

Osteoblast

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Bone cell with most lysosomes

Osteoclast

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Bone type with trabeculae and spicules

Spongy bone

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Mastication Muscles

The muscles responsible for chewing, including the masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, and lateral pterygoid.

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Muscle Extensibility

The ability of a muscle to stretch or lengthen.

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Voluntary Muscle

A muscle that is under conscious control, like skeletal muscle.

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Skeletal Muscle Fiber

An individual muscle cell containing a single nucleus.

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Myofilament in Thick Filament

The myosin filament running through the core of a thick filament and anchoring it to a Z disc.

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Components of a Feedback Loop

The three components of a feedback loop are the receptor, control center, and effector.

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Frontal Plane

The plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions.

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Liver Location

The liver is inferior to the diaphragm.

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Study of Cell Structure & Function

The scientific term for the study of the structure and function of cells is cytology.

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Concentration Gradient

Movement of chemicals from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What are the mastication muscles?

The muscles responsible for chewing, including the masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, and lateral pterygoid.

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What is muscle extensibility?

The ability of a muscle to stretch or lengthen.

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Why is skeletal muscle called voluntary?

Skeletal muscle is called voluntary because it is subject to conscious control.

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How many nuclei does a skeletal muscle fiber have?

A skeletal muscle fiber contains a single nucleus.

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Identify the myofilament in the thick filament.

The myosin filament runs through the core of a thick filament and anchors it to a Z disc.

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What are the components of a feedback loop?

The three components of a feedback loop are the receptor, control center, and effector.

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How does the frontal plane divide the body?

The frontal plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions.

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Where is the liver located?

The liver is inferior to the diaphragm.

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Mention the movement of chemicals down a concentration gradient.

Chemicals move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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How is a tissue different from a cell?

A tissue is composed of similar cells and extracellular matrix; a cell consists of organelles, cytoplasm, and a plasma membrane.

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Cavity in a bone

A sinus is a cavity or hollow space within a bone, often filled with air. These spaces are lined by a mucous membrane and can be found in the skull, such as the frontal, ethmoid, sphenoid, and maxillary bones.

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Muscle fiber arrangement

Fascicles are bundles of muscle fibers that are grouped together. The pattern of fascicle arrangement influences a muscle's overall strength, direction of pull, and specific function.

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Muscle preventing movement

A fixator muscle stabilizes a joint and prevents unwanted movement during an action. It acts as a 'bracing' muscle, ensuring that the main movement is performed smoothly and effectively.

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Prime mover for inhalation

The diaphragm is the primary muscle involved in breathing. Its contraction increases the volume of the thoracic cavity, creating negative pressure that draws air into the lungs for inspiration.

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Deepest abdominal muscle

The transversus abdominis is the deepest of the abdominal wall muscles. It helps compress the abdominal cavity, supporting internal organs and assisting with respiration.

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Longest muscle in the body

The sartorius is the longest muscle in the human body. It runs diagonally across the thigh, enabling actions such as flexing, abducting, and rotating the leg at the hip joint.

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What is the skeletal system's function?

The skeletal system has several important functions, including support, protection, movement, mineral storage, blood cell production, and fat storage.

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What type of tissue is bone?

Bone, or osseous tissue, is a type of connective tissue.

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What is the central cavity of a long bone called?

The central cavity of a long bone is called the marrow cavity.

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What type of bone is a vertebra?

A vertebra is an irregular bone.

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What are the coverings of a long bone?

The periosteum is the external sheath covering a long bone, while the endosteum lines the marrow cavity.

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What are bone cells called before and after being enclosed in lacunae?

Bone cells are called osteoblasts before being enclosed in lacunae, and osteocytes after being enclosed.

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Which bone cell has the most lysosomes?

Osteoclasts have the highest number of lysosomes.

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What is spongy bone characterized by?

Spongy bone has a porous, honeycomb-like structure with trabeculae and spicules.

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Movement Down Concentration Gradient

Chemicals move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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Tissue vs. Cell

A tissue is composed of similar cells and extracellular matrix; a cell consists of organelles, cytoplasm, and a plasma membrane.

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Bone Cell Types

Osteoblasts build new bone tissue by depositing calcium salts, osteocytes are mature bone cells, and osteoclasts break down bone tissue for remodeling and mineral release.

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Spongy Bone Structure

Spongy bone is lightweight and contains a network of interconnecting bony plates called trabeculae and spicules, which provide strength while reducing weight.

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Bone Elongation

Long bones grow in length due to the proliferation of cartilage cells in the epiphyseal plates, which are gradually replaced by bone tissue.

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Bone Remodeling

Bone remodeling is a continuous process involving both resorption (breakdown of bone) by osteoclasts and deposition (formation of new bone) by osteoblasts.

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Prime Mover

The prime mover muscle is responsible for the primary movement of a joint, performing the main action.

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Muscle Antagonist

An antagonist muscle opposes the action of the prime mover, producing the opposite movement or preventing excessive movement.

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Muscle Fixator

Fixator muscles stabilize a joint, preventing unwanted movement during an action, helping to maintain posture and control movement.

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Myosin Filament

The myofilament running through the core of a thick filament and anchoring it to a Z disc.

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Feedback Loop Components

The three components of a feedback loop are the receptor, control center, and effector.

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Growth Plate

A region of hyaline cartilage located at the ends of long bones, responsible for bone elongation during childhood and adolescence.

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Prime Mover Muscle

The muscle responsible for the primary movement of a joint, performing the main action.

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Study Notes

Skeletal System

  • Functions of the skeleton (RBC storage):

    • Support
    • Protection
    • Movement
    • Mineral storage
    • Blood cell production
    • Fat storage
  • Type of tissue osseous tissue belongs to: Connective tissue

  • Central cavity of a long bone: Medullary cavity

  • Type of bone a vertebra belongs to: Irregular bone

  • External sheath and lining of marrow cavity:

    • Periosteum (external sheath)
    • Endosteum (lining the marrow cavity)
  • Bone cells (before and after being enclosed):

    • Osteoblasts (before)
    • Osteocytes (after)
  • Bone cell with highest lysosome count: Osteoclasts

  • Bone type with trabeculae and spicules: Spongy bone

  • Red bone marrow function: Blood cell production (not new bone cell production)

  • Marrow cavity of adult humerus diaphysis: Yellow bone marrow

  • Bones produced by intramembranous ossification: Flat bones (e.g., skull bones)

  • Precursor connective tissue in endochondral ossification: Hyaline cartilage

  • Child's hand X-ray appearance: Epiphyseal plates (growth plates), not lines

  • Bone elongation source: Cartilage growth

  • Cartilage areas at epiphysis: Articular cartilage and epiphyseal plate cartilage

  • Bone dissolving/mineral return process: Bone resorption

  • Hormone response to calcium deficiency: Parathyroid hormone (PTH)

    • Activates osteoclasts
  • Cavity in a bone: Sinus

  • Sutures location: Only between cranial bones

  • Study of muscular system: Myology

  • Secretion function of muscular system: No

  • Muscle fibers arranged in bundles: Fascicles

  • Muscle shape of rectus femoris: Parallel

  • Muscle preventing bone movement: Antagonist

  • Prime mover for inhalation: Diaphragm

  • Structure connecting occipitofrontalis bellies: Aponeurosis

  • Deepest abdominal muscle: Transversus abdominis

  • Antagonist to triceps brachii: Biceps brachii

  • Longest muscle in the human body: Sartorius

  • Teres muscle in SITS: Teres minor

  • Selected muscle part of quadriceps: Depends on the muscle in question

    • Rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, vastus intermedius
  • Selected muscle part of hamstrings: Depends on the muscle in question

  • Selected muscle part of mastication muscles: Depends on the muscle in question

    • Masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, lateral pterygoid
  • Muscle extensibility: Ability to stretch

  • Voluntary skeletal muscle: Subject to conscious control

  • Skeletal muscle fiber nucleus: Single nucleus

  • Myofilament in thick filament core: Myosin

Other Body Systems

  • Feedback loop components: Stimulus, receptor, control center, effector, response

  • Frontal plane division: Anterior and posterior

  • Liver position relative to diaphragm: Inferior

  • Most lateral and superior abdominal region: Right hypochondriac region

  • Brain cavity: Cranial cavity

  • Auscultation definition: Listening to body sounds

  • Cellular structure study: Cytology

  • Chemical movement down a concentration gradient: Higher concentration to lower concentration

  • Tissue vs. cell:

    • Tissue: Similar cells, extracellular matrix
    • Cell: Organelles, cytoplasm, plasma membrane
  • Human structure levels (complex to simple): Organism, organ system, organ, tissue, cell, organelle, molecule, atom

  • Body structures (simple to complex): Atom → molecule → organelle → cell → tissue → organ → organ system → organism

    • Group of similar cells in discrete region performing function = tissue
  • Feedback type during uterus hormonal stimulation: Positive feedback

  • Ionic bonds in water: Break apart more easily

  • Blood pH: Slightly basic (around 7.4)

  • Water's heat capacity: Effective coolant

  • Exchange reaction: Bonds broken and new ones formed

  • Opposite of dehydration synthesis: Hydrolysis

  • Dipeptide bonds: Two amino acids joined by one peptide bond

  • Atom with atomic number 11 and mass 23: 11 protons, 11 electrons, 12 neutrons

  • Atom chemical properties: Determined by valence electrons

  • Valence electrons in atom with atomic number 8: 6

  • Clear gel surrounding cells: Interstitial fluid

  • Tissue not found in adult organs: Embryonic tissue

  • Clear gel inside cell: Cytoplasm

  • Epithelial cells (ECM): Almost entirely cells, little ECM

  • Epithelium of kidney tubules: Cuboidal epithelium

  • Epithelium with varying heights: Pseudostratified columnar epithelium

  • Plasma cells and connective tissue matrix: Plasma cells do not produce connective tissue proper matrix

  • Cartilage and connective tissue matrix producers: Chondrocytes (cartilage) and fibroblasts (connective tissue)

  • Membrane lining cavities open to the exterior: Mucosa membrane

  • Vitamin D synthesis start: Skin

  • Deeper skin layer: Dermis

  • Youngest keratinocytes: Stratum basale

  • Skin color components: Melanin, hemoglobin, carotene

  • Skin component (not skin): Hypodermis

  • Most superficial skin layer: Stratum corneum

  • Primary skin color factors: Melanocytes

  • Major epidermal layer: Stratum spinosum(75%)

  • Fastest mitosis skin layer: Stratum basale

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