The Human Organism: Anatomy and Physiology Quiz

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What is the main focus of systemic anatomy?

Examining deep structures using x-ray and MRI

Studying external features to locate deeper structures

Studying the body by organ system (correct)

Studying the body by areas

Which level of structural and functional organization involves the interaction and combination of atoms into molecules?

Cell Level

Organ System Level

Chemical Level (correct)

Tissue Level

What is the basic structural and functional unit of organisms?

Tissue

Organ

Organ System

Cell (correct)

What is the primary goal of physiology?

To predict how the body maintains conditions Signup and view all the answers

What defines an organ in the context of structural and functional organization?

Composed of two or more tissue types that perform common functions Signup and view all the answers

How is anatomical imaging primarily used in the study of the human body?

To locate deeper structures using superficial features Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the anatomical position?

A person standing erect with the face directed forward, the upper limbs hanging to the sides, and the palms of the hands facing forward Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following planes divides the body into equal right and left halves?

Median plane Signup and view all the answers

What type of section is made at a right angle to the long axis of an organ?

Cross section Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following body positions involves lying face upward?

Supine position Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following planes divides the body into anterior and posterior parts?

Frontal plane Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following planes runs parallel to the surface of the ground and divides the body into superior and inferior parts?

Transverse plane Signup and view all the answers

Which cavity is bounded by the ribs and the diaphragm?

Thoracic cavity Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the mesenteries?

To hold the abdominal organs in place and provide a passageway for blood vessels and nerves to organs Signup and view all the answers

Which membrane covers the internal organs?

Visceral serous membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the inflammation of the pleura?

Pleurisy Signup and view all the answers

Which cavity surrounds the heart?

Pericardial cavity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of life?

Immortality Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the ability of an organism to maintain relatively stable internal conditions?

Homeostasis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of the homeostatic control mechanism?

Receptors Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the ideal value or target range for a homeostatic variable?

Set point Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following homeostatic control mechanisms is involved in regulating most systems of the body to maintain homeostasis?

Negative-feedback mechanism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a positive-feedback mechanism, which is not homeostatic and is rare in a healthy individual?

Childbirth Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Systemic Anatomy

Focuses on the structure and organization of the human body as a whole, examining different organ systems and their interconnections.

Levels of Structural Organization

The molecular level involves the interaction and combination of atoms into molecules.

Basic Unit of Life

The basic structural and functional unit of organisms is the cell.

Goal of Physiology

The primary goal is to understand how the body's systems maintain homeostasis and how the body's parts function.

Definition of an Organ

An organ is defined as a structure composed of two or more types of tissues that work together to perform specific functions.

Anatomical Imaging

Mainly used to visualize the internal structures of the body, aiding in diagnosis and understanding of bodily functions.

Anatomical Position

Defined as the body standing upright, facing forward, arms at the sides, with palms facing forward.

Body Planes

The midsagittal plane divides the body into equal right and left halves.
The transverse plane divides the body into superior and inferior parts.
The frontal (coronal) plane divides the body into anterior and posterior parts.

Types of Sections

A cross-section is made at a right angle to the long axis of an organ.

Body Positions

The supine position involves lying face upward.

Body Cavities

The thoracic cavity surrounds the heart and is bounded by the ribs and diaphragm.

Function of Mesenteries

They support and suspend the internal organs, providing a conduit for blood vessels and nerves.

Membrane Covering

The serous membrane covers the internal organs and lines the cavities of the body.

Inflammation of Pleura

Pleuritis or pleurisy refers to the inflammation of the pleura.

Homeostasis

Homeostasis is the ability of an organism to maintain stable internal conditions despite external changes.
A control center is a component of the homeostatic control mechanism.

Ideal Value for Homeostasis

The term set point describes the ideal value or target range for a homeostatic variable.

Homeostatic Control Mechanisms

Negative feedback mechanisms regulate most body systems to maintain homeostasis.

Positive Feedback Example

An example of a positive feedback mechanism, which is rare in healthy individuals, is childbirth.

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Test your knowledge on the study of the structures and functions of the human body, including approaches to anatomy, ways to examine internal structures, surface anatomy, anatomical imaging, and physiology.