Anatomy and Physiology Chapter 1 Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded

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Anatomy and Physiology Chapter 1
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Update / Already Graded
Define Anatomy


Ans: Study of the structure of an organism




Define Physiology


Ans: Study of the functions of a living organism




What are the 10 Characteristics of Life

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Ans: 1. Responsiveness


2. Conductivity


3. Growth


4. Respiration


5. Digestion


6. Absorption


7. Secretion


8. Excretion


9. Circulation


10. Reproduction




Responsiveness


Ans: Permits an organism to sense, monitor, and respond to changes in

the organisms external environment




Conductivity

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Ans: Capacity of living cells and tissue to transmit a wave of excitation

from one point to another within the body




Growth


Ans: Normal increase in the size or number of cells




Respiration


Ans: Processes that result in the absorption, transport, utilization, or

exchange of respiratory gases




Digestion


Ans: Process where complex food products are broken down into simpler

substances




Absorption

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Ans: Movement of digested nutrients through the wall of the digestive

tube into the body fluids for transport to the cells




Secretion


Ans: Production and delivery of specialized substances for diverse body

functions




Excretion


Ans: Removal of waste product during many body functions




Circulation


Ans: Movement of the body fluids and many other substances




Reproduction


Ans: Involves formation of new individuals and also the formation of new

cells