Test Bank with Complete Answer Guide – Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology 11e By
Frederic H. Martini & Judi L. Nath | All Chapters Covered | Rated A+ | Latest Edition
Terms of anatomical direction Used to describe one body part in relation to another.
Major divisions of the ventral body cavity Thoracic and abdominopelvic.
Urinary bladder location Found in the right lower and left lower quadrants.
Liver location Primarily located in the right upper quadrant.
Direction of caudal while standing erect Downward.
Anatomical position terminology Front refers to anterior, back refers to posterior, and back
refers to dorsal.
Chemical imbalance in blood Can cause the heart to stop pumping blood, leading to other
tissues and organs ceasing to function.
Interdependence of organization levels All levels of organization within an organism are
interdependent.
Branch of biological science studying body structure Anatomy.
Branch of biological science studying vital functions Physiology.
Tendency for physiological systems to stabilize Homeostasis.
,homeostasis The process by which internal conditions are maintained stable despite changes
in the external environment.
receptor A structure that detects a particular stimulus.
integrating center A component that processes information from the receptor and
determines the appropriate response.
effector A structure that responds to the stimulus by communicating with the integrating
center.
Intrinsic regulation Regulation that occurs when the activities of organs are regulated locally.
atoms The smallest stable units of matter.
Cytology The analysis of the internal structure of individual cells.
Gross Anatomy The study of the general form and superficial markings of an organism.
Surface Anatomy The study of the superficial and internal features in a specific area of the
body.
Pathological Anatomy Anatomical features that change during illness.
Cytology The study of the liver cell.
,Embryology The study of the first two months of development.
Systemic Physiology The study of the function of specific organ systems.
Cardiovascular Physiology An example of systemic physiology.
Complexity Order Arranged from the most COMPLEX to the SIMPLEST: organism, system,
organ, tissue, cellular, molecular.
Skeletal System Provides support, protection of soft tissue, mineral storage, and blood
formation.
Cardiovascular System Transports nutrients, metabolic wastes, gases, and defense cells.
Lymphatic System Includes the spleen and the tonsils.
Kidneys and Ureters Organs of the urinary system.
endocrine A system of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream.
digestive A system responsible for the breakdown and absorption of food.
respiratory A system that facilitates the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
urinary A system that removes waste products from the body and regulates water balance.
lymphatic A system that helps defend against infection and disease.
, pituitary gland An endocrine gland that controls various hormonal functions.
thyroid gland An endocrine gland that regulates metabolism and energy levels.
carbon dioxide removal The process by which the respiratory system eliminates carbon
dioxide from the bloodstream.
lungs Organs of the respiratory system that facilitate gas exchange.
liver An organ of the digestive system that processes nutrients and detoxifies substances.
skin The largest organ of the integumentary system that protects the body.
homeostasis The maintenance of a constant internal environment in an organism.
negative feedback A regulatory mechanism in which a change in a physiological variable
triggers a response that counteracts the initial change.
nervous system A system that coordinates the body's responses to internal and external
stimuli.
endocrine system characteristics Includes releasing hormones, producing effects that last
for days, and affecting multiple organs.
anatomical position A standard position of the body used as a reference point, with the body
facing forward and palms facing forward.
Frederic H. Martini & Judi L. Nath | All Chapters Covered | Rated A+ | Latest Edition
Terms of anatomical direction Used to describe one body part in relation to another.
Major divisions of the ventral body cavity Thoracic and abdominopelvic.
Urinary bladder location Found in the right lower and left lower quadrants.
Liver location Primarily located in the right upper quadrant.
Direction of caudal while standing erect Downward.
Anatomical position terminology Front refers to anterior, back refers to posterior, and back
refers to dorsal.
Chemical imbalance in blood Can cause the heart to stop pumping blood, leading to other
tissues and organs ceasing to function.
Interdependence of organization levels All levels of organization within an organism are
interdependent.
Branch of biological science studying body structure Anatomy.
Branch of biological science studying vital functions Physiology.
Tendency for physiological systems to stabilize Homeostasis.
,homeostasis The process by which internal conditions are maintained stable despite changes
in the external environment.
receptor A structure that detects a particular stimulus.
integrating center A component that processes information from the receptor and
determines the appropriate response.
effector A structure that responds to the stimulus by communicating with the integrating
center.
Intrinsic regulation Regulation that occurs when the activities of organs are regulated locally.
atoms The smallest stable units of matter.
Cytology The analysis of the internal structure of individual cells.
Gross Anatomy The study of the general form and superficial markings of an organism.
Surface Anatomy The study of the superficial and internal features in a specific area of the
body.
Pathological Anatomy Anatomical features that change during illness.
Cytology The study of the liver cell.
,Embryology The study of the first two months of development.
Systemic Physiology The study of the function of specific organ systems.
Cardiovascular Physiology An example of systemic physiology.
Complexity Order Arranged from the most COMPLEX to the SIMPLEST: organism, system,
organ, tissue, cellular, molecular.
Skeletal System Provides support, protection of soft tissue, mineral storage, and blood
formation.
Cardiovascular System Transports nutrients, metabolic wastes, gases, and defense cells.
Lymphatic System Includes the spleen and the tonsils.
Kidneys and Ureters Organs of the urinary system.
endocrine A system of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream.
digestive A system responsible for the breakdown and absorption of food.
respiratory A system that facilitates the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
urinary A system that removes waste products from the body and regulates water balance.
lymphatic A system that helps defend against infection and disease.
, pituitary gland An endocrine gland that controls various hormonal functions.
thyroid gland An endocrine gland that regulates metabolism and energy levels.
carbon dioxide removal The process by which the respiratory system eliminates carbon
dioxide from the bloodstream.
lungs Organs of the respiratory system that facilitate gas exchange.
liver An organ of the digestive system that processes nutrients and detoxifies substances.
skin The largest organ of the integumentary system that protects the body.
homeostasis The maintenance of a constant internal environment in an organism.
negative feedback A regulatory mechanism in which a change in a physiological variable
triggers a response that counteracts the initial change.
nervous system A system that coordinates the body's responses to internal and external
stimuli.
endocrine system characteristics Includes releasing hormones, producing effects that last
for days, and affecting multiple organs.
anatomical position A standard position of the body used as a reference point, with the body
facing forward and palms facing forward.
