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,Chapter One: Introduction to the Human Body
Question 1:

The branch of science that studies structure
Correct Answer:
Anatomy


Question 2:

The branch of science that studies function
Correct Answer:
Physiology


Question 3:

The branch of science that describes the consequences of the improper
functioning of the body parts—that is, how a body functions when a
person has a disease.
Correct Answer:
Pathophysiology


Question 4:

The basic unit of life
Correct Answer:
Cells


Question 5:

One or more tissues joined together to perform a specific function.
Correct Answer:
Organs


Question 6:

An aggregation of similar cells that join to perform a specific function.
Correct Answer:
Tissue

, Question 7:

Groups of organs are known as...
Correct Answer:
Organ Systems


Question 8:

List the 11 systems of the body.
Correct Answer:
Integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory,
digestive, urinary and reproductive.


Question 9:

the ability of the body to maintain a stable, constant internal
environment.
Correct Answer:
Homeostasis


Question 10:

the body standing erect, with the face forward, arms at the side and the
toes and palms of the hands facing forward.
Correct Answer:
Describe Anatomical Position


Question 11:

Superior/Inferior, Medial/Lateral/(Median), Anterior/Posterior,
Proximal/Distal, Superficial/Deep (profundus), and Central/Peripheral
Correct Answer:
List 6 directional pairs


Question 12:

Sagittal Plane, Frontal Plane, and Transverse Plane
Correct Answer:
List the 3 planes of the body.