Introduction and Key Terms
Cardiac muscles are only found
in the heart
matter is composed of these
Atoms
increase in body size without change in shape
Growth
this system includes the nasal cavity , pharynx , larynx , trachea, bronchi , and lungs
respiratory system
when describing the location of ones body part this tern Refers to an imaginary midline dividing the body into equal left and right halves
the study of how the body functions, meaning it examines the processes and mechanisms behind the workings of different organs, tissues, and cells within the body,
Physiology
the 9 levels or organization are
1.Atoms 2.Molecules 3.Macromolecules 4.Organelles 5.cells 6.Tissue 7.Organs 8.Organ System 9.Organism
maintenance of a stable internal environment
Homeostasis
Houses the left and right pleural cavity as well as the mediastinum.
Thoracic Cavity
This Plane Divides the Body Into superior and inferior planes.
Transverse (horizontal) Plane
describes the form and organization of body parts
Anatomy
composed of macromolecules such as proteins , carbohydrates , lipids , Carbohydrates an example of this would be the mitochondria or ribosomes.
Organelles.
Water , Food , Oxygen , Heat , Pressure are considered
Requirements of an Organism / Life
this system moves the body, maintains posture and is the major source of body heat
Muscular System
the middle or center region in 9 Abdominal regions is called
Umbilical Region
spaces inside the body that protect and hold internal organs.
Body Cavity
a living thing composed of parts made up of other parts with increasing complexity.
Organism
Breakdown of food substance into simpler forms that can be absorbed and used
Digestion
a dome shaped muscular partition separating the thoracic from the abdominopelvic cavity
diaphragm
The Abdominal Area area is often subdivided into 4 Quadrants what are they called?
RUQ,LUQ,RLQ,LLQ
the main trunk part of the body is called what
axial body
These are microscopic can vary in size shape and have specialized functions
Cell
one reduces the effects of a change, which helps to maintain balance, the other Increases the effects of a change, which can lead to instability
Positive / Negative Feedback
this system involves nerves in your Regulates your body temperature with the help of sweat glands, contains dermis , hair and nails.
Integumentary System
Term used to describe the armpit
Axiliary