Cells
Definition of a cell?
A basic unit of a living thing
Definition of tissue
what is... a group of same cells that perform similar functions
Definition of Organs
what is... separate body structures made up of tissue that preform specific functions.
Definition of Systems
what is...a group of systems/organs that perform vital functions of the body.
Anatomy is
of organs and systems in the body
Building up small molecules into bigger ones; storing of food, oxygen, water
what is...anabolism
Skin is an example of this
what is.... epithelial tissue
other examples are:
mucus membrane
lining of the heart
glands
The outer protective layer of the body
what is skin
Controls the release of hormones; has a direct effect on hair growth, skin conditions and energy levels.
Physiology is
the study of normal organ function and body systems
breaking down of larger molecules into smaller molecules; metabolizing for energy use
what is..... catabolism
Sends messages to the brain and spinal cord and coordinates body functions.
what is... Nerves
Contains marrow and creates erythrocytes (red blood cells)
what is bones
Collect waste products, including toxins, and removes them from this system
what is Lymphatic system
Gross anatomy is
the study of body structures that can be seen by the naked eye.
The division of two identical cell from one mother cell.
what is... MITOSIS
This supports, protects and holds the body together
what is... connective tissue
Allow the hearts to pump blood throughout the body
what is cardiac muscles
Contains blood, hormones, toxins, waste, oxygen and transports waste throughout the body.
what is the circulatory system
Histology is
the study of the tissue is structured and how it works.
The division of four non-identical cells from one cell with half the genetic makeup.
what is ... MEIOSIS
Contracts, when stimulated, to produce motion
what is... muscles
Carries blood throughout the body
what are veins/arteries
How many systems are there in a human body?
Name them all
11
Integumentary, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, Muscular, Skeletal, Reproductive, Nervous, Digestive, Respiratory, Endocrine and Excretory systems
Pathology is
the science of causes and effects of disease.