Concepts
Define homeostasis
Body’s ability to maintain stable internal conditions
What is the smallest unit of life?
The cell
Name the five basic health needs.
oxygen, water, food, shelter, or sleep
The heart pumping blood is an example of which level of organization?
Organ
Define “Tissue”
Group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function
Cells working together form which level of organization?
A tissue
Which basic need provides the body with energy through cellular respiration?
Oxygen
Shivering when it’s cold is an example of what process?
Homeostasis
Define “Cell”
The basic unit of life
Place these levels in order: organ, cell, tissue, organism, system.
Cell- tissue-organ-system-organism
Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of what?
Energy
Which two systems work together to move the body?
skeletal and muscular systems
Main difference between anatomy and physiology
Anatomy is the study of structure, while physiology is the study of function
Which level comes after organs in the hierarchy of organization?
Systems
Which two nutrients help regulate body functions rather than providing energy?
Vitamins and minerals
Why do humans need shelter in terms of homeostasis?
Rest, maintain a stable body temperature and prevent accidents/injuries
Carbs- Immediate energy
Fats- Storage energy
Proteins- Structure
Vitamins and minerals- Cell function
The stomach is made of all four tissue types. Which type moves food by contractions?
Muscle tissue
Why does the body need sleep in terms of brain function?
Consolidate memory, restore brain activity etc.
A runner drinks water after sweating during exercise. This is an example of maintaining balance in which health need?
Water