BASIC HUMAN STRUCTURE
WHAT IS THE SMALLEST LIVING UNIT OF THE BODY?
CELL
The root word "cardi" refers to this organ.
The heart
This body system controls and coordinates all body activities.
The nervous system
Toward the front of the body.
This tissue covers body surfaces and lines organs.
Epithelial Tissue
A GROUP OF CELLS WORKING TOGETHER FORM WHAT?
TISSUES
The prefix "hyper-" means this.
Above or Excessive
This system transports oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.
The cardiovascular system
Toward the back of the body.
Posterior
This tissue connects, supports, and protects body parts.
Connective Tissue
A GROUP OF TISSUES WORKING TOGETHER FORM WHAT?
ORGANS
The suffix "-itis" means this.
Inflammation
This system exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide.
The respiratory system
Closer to the body's midline.
Medial
This tissue contracts to produce movement.
Muscle Tissue
SEVERAL ORGANS WORKING TOGETHER FORMS WHAT?
ORGAN SYSTEMS
The study of body structure.
Anatomy
This system produces hormones that regulate body functions.
The endocrine system
Farther away from the point of attachment.
Distal
This tissue carries electrical impulses throughout the body.
The nervous tissue
THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF ORGANIZATION IN THE HUMAN BODY IS?
ORGANISM
The study of how the body functions.
This body system provides support, protects organs, and allows movement with muscles
The skeletal system
The body position standing upright, facing forward with palms facing outward.
Anatomical Postion
The powerhouse of the cell.
Mitochondria