Structural Units
Define "anatomy"
Memorization of locations. Shape and structure of an organism’s body and the relationship of one body part to another
List the three subatomic particles and their affiliated charges.
Proton (+), Neutron (neutral), electron (-)
The function of the nucleus is:
Controls the activities of the cell and facilitate cell division
Where is squamous epithelial tissue found? (name one)
Heart, Blood vessels, Lymphatic Vessels, Alveoli in lungs, Skin
The most superficial layer of the skin is known as the:
epidermis
From smallest to largest (micro- to macroscopic), list the biological levels of organization.
1. Atom
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7. Human Organism
1. Atoms
2. Molecules
3. Cells
4. Tissues
5. Organs
6. Organ Systems
7. Human Organism
The name for a positively charged ion is:
Cation
The rough endoplasmic reticulum contains __________________ that play a key function in protein synthesis
ribosomes
List an example of an exocrine gland:
Mammary glands, Sweat glands, Salivary glands
The two differences between thick and thin skin:
Thick skin has a stratum lucidum & DOES NOT have hair
Describe anatomical position
Body is standing erect, Facing forward, Upper limbs at sides, Palms facing forward, Toes pointed forward
The difference between inorganic and organic compounds is:
Inorganic DOES NOT contain Carbon, organic does
Describe the two types of cell death.
Apoptosis: orderly process by which cells intentionally die
Necrosis: unprogrammed death of cells and living tissues
What type of tissue is this?
(See Mrs. Lopez's word doc)
Blood
(Mrs. Lopez word doc)
3rd degree
What plane divides the body into superior and inferior sections?
Transverse
Three types of monosaccharides are:
Glucose, fructose (fruit sugar), galactose (milk sugar)
What is hyperplasia?
Increase in number of cells
What type of tissue is this?
(Mrs. Lopez word doc)
Skeletal Muscle
What skin disorder is pictured?
(Mrs. Lopez word doc)
Shingles (Herpes zoster)
You learned 13 life functions. What system plays the primary role in transport?
Circulatory
__________________ are the building blocks of proteins
amino acids
How do materials (K+/Na+) get through the cell membrane?
Sodium/Potassium Pumps
Leaky Sodium/Potassium Channels
What type of tissue is this?
(Mrs. Lopez word doc)
Squamous Epithelial Tissue
What is the name of the CHRONIC skin disorder known for its reddish patches covered by silvery-white scales?
Psoriasis