A&P 1 LECTURE 1: INTRODUCTION TO ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Questions with Correct Solutions

A&P 1 LECTURE 1: INTRODUCTION TO ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY Questions with Correct Solutions


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1. Anatomy

Answer:
The scientific study of body structure.


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2. Physiology

Answer:
The scientific study of body function.


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3. Histology (Microscopic Anatomy)

Answer:
The study of cellular and microscopic body structures using a microscope.


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4. Metabolism

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The sum of all chemical reactions occurring in the body.


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5. Exergonic Reaction

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A chemical reaction that releases heat.


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6. Endergonic Reaction

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A chemical reaction that absorbs heat.


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7. Body Temperature Origin

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Heat generated from the sum of exergonic chemical reactions.

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8. Responsiveness

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The body's ability to sense and react to environmental stimuli.


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9. Mitosis

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Cellular reproduction dividing one cell into two identical daughter cells.


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10. Homeostasis

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The maintenance of a consistent internal balance or steady state.


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11. Major Body Elements (CHONP)

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Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus make up over 90% of the body.


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12. Fundamental Unit of Life

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The cell.


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13. Anabolism

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Metabolic building of complex structures from smaller molecules.


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14. Catabolism

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Metabolic breakdown of large molecules into smaller components.


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15. Human Cell Count Estimate