Chapter 1 (intro)
What does studying physiology mean?
studying the function of a structure.
What is potential energy?
stored, inactive energy
what are the 3 general components of the cell
cytoplasm, plasma membrane, nucleus
what is the most superficial layer of the skin?
Epidermis
how many bones does the human body have?
206
what is systemic anatomy?
studying the function of certain structures in the body.
Atomic mass is ..?
the sum of all electrons and neutrons
What state is the cell in when water goes into and out of it simultaneously?
isotonic
What does jaundice indicate?
yellow discoloration.
What is an example of a flat shaped bone?
sternum
what does the cardiovascular system do?
transport blood and oxygen
What are the 4 chemical elements important for the body?
Hydrogen, Carbon, Oxygen, nitrogen
What does active transport require to move across the concentration gradient?
carrier proteins
What are the 2 main layers of the Dermis?
Papillary and Reticular
What are 3 functions of the skeletal system?
Support
Protection
Movement
Mineral + Growth factor
Blood cell formation
Fat storage
Hormone production
name the different levels of structural organization that make up the human body, from smallest to biggest.
chemical level (atom) --> Molecular level --> Cellular level --> Tissue level -->Organ level -->Organ system --> organismal level
What is the neutral pH in the body, what is considered alkaline, and what is considered acidic?
Neutral - 7
Acidic - below 7
Alkaline- above 7
What is the job of the Golgi apparatus
package and ship proteins and lipids out into the Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
Corneum, Lucidum, Granulosum, Spinosum, Basale.
what is the role of osteoclasts?
to break down bone.
A pregnancy contraction is an example of positive or negative feedback and WHY?
positive because the mother has an INCREASE in contractions/hormones to push the baby out.
solutions like salt and water is an example of a ____ mixture?
homogenous
How are the flagella and cilia(hairs) different when it comes to movement?
flagella - provides movement of the entire cell
Cilia - move *substances* across other cell surfaces surfaces
Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving
hematoma - hemorrhaging and clotting of torn blood vessels