Anatomy and Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology
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, Organ - CORRECT ANSWERS-a structure that is composed of two or more tissue
types

Tissue - CORRECT ANSWERS-collection of similar cell acting together to perform
a function

Neuron - CORRECT ANSWERS-the smallest structural unit of the nervous system

Nephron - CORRECT ANSWERS-the functional unit of the kidney

Mitochondria - CORRECT ANSWERS-serves as a function for cellular respiration

Membrane - CORRECT ANSWERS-layer of tissue that lines body cavities, covers
organs, and separates structures

Body Cavities Terminology / Division Plane - CORRECT ANSWERS-imaginary plan
(frontal, sagittal, midsagittal and transverse) used a reference in describing
positions.

Frontal Plane - CORRECT ANSWERS-plane that divides the body into front and
back halves

Sagittal plane - CORRECT ANSWERS-plane that divides the body into left and right
portions.

Midsagittal plane - CORRECT ANSWERS-passes along the midline and divides the
body into equal left and right halves.

Transverse plane - CORRECT ANSWERS-plane that divides the body into upper
and lower halves

Body cavity - CORRECT ANSWERS-two main cavities in the body, dorsal and
ventral.

Dorsal cavity - CORRECT ANSWERS-contains cranial and spinal cavity (brain,
spinal cord)

Ventral cavity - CORRECT ANSWERS-contains the abdominal and pelvic cavities.

Integumentary System - CORRECT ANSWERS-The integumentary system is simple
skin and its derivates. The function of the skin is to provide protection, regulation
of body temperature, sensory reception, and the synthesis of vitamin D.

Musculoskeletal System - CORRECT ANSWERS-The musculoskeletal system is
made up of bones and muscles