CELLS
3 Basic Parts of a cell
Nucleus
Cytoplasm
Cell Membrane
4 types of tissue
Epithelial, Connective, Nervous, and Muscle Tissues
Specific functions of the skin
Sensation
Heat Regulation
Absorption
Protection
Excretion
Secretion
3 Types of muscle tissue
Cardiac Muscle, Voluntary/Striated, Involuntary/Non-Striated
Colorless liquid, rich with white blood cells
Lymphocytes
As each cell absorbs food, it grows in size and divides, creating 2 new cells
Mitosis
Primary Organs
3 Main Layers of the skin
Epidermis, Dermis, Subcutaneous
Key parts of the muscle
2. Belly
3. Insertion
Approx. how much blood moves through the arteries and veins of the body each day
5.3 gallons
There are 2 phases of metabolism
Anabolism & Catabolism
A group of structures and/or organs that, together, perorm one or more vital functions for the body
Body System
Microscopic study of the skin's tissue
Skin Histology
When performing massage movements, you'll generally be working from _______ to ________.
When performing massage movements, you'll generally be working from insertion to origin.
Removes old red blood cells
Spleen
Process of breaking down larger molecules or substances into smaller ones
Separate body structures made up of tissues
Organs
Study of the skin's functions
Skin Phsyiology
Voluntary contraction of skeletal muscle tissue allows for movement of limbs and extremities
Body Movement
Generates lymphocytes
Red Bone Marrow
Breaks down larger molecules or substances into smaller ones
Catabolism
Number of common body systems
11 common body systems
Protein substance that is an important component of skin cells
Keratin
Low body temperature causes shivering, which creates an exothermic reaction in the muscles to make heat.
A network of organs, lymph nodes and lymph vessels that make lymph fluid and move it from tissues into the bloodstream
Lymphatic System