UNT A&P Kasparian Exam 1

UNT A&P Kasparian Exam 1 Histology would be best defined as a study of - Tissues The study of the heart may incorporate many aspects of anatomy but as a whole you would say it is __________ anatomy - Gross An increased rate of breathing as a result of an increased buildup of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream would be best described as an example of ________ - Excretion of metabolic waste Average body temperature is ________ degrees centigrade - 37 If you consider your home air conditioner in terms of homeostasis, then the wall thermostat would be the ________ - Control center What is the main, general purpose of negative feedback? - To maintain homeostasis What is the specific name for the hip region? - Coxal An oblique cut is one that is cut ________ - Diagonally between the vertical and horizontal The heart lies in the ________ cavity - Pericardial The cavities housing the eyes are called __________ cavities - Orbital A structure that is composed of two or more tissues would be a(n) ________ - Organ ________ cavities are spaces within joints - Synovial Which of the following would not be a functional characteristic of life? - Decay Which term means toward or at the back of the body, behind? - Dorsal The single most abundant chemical substance of the body, accounting for 60% to 80% of body weight, is ________. - Water What is the posterior side of the patella called? - Popliteal Which of the following statements is true concerning feedback mechanisms? - Negative feedback mechanisms work to prevent sudden severe changes within the body The anatomical position is characterized by all