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Ch. 1: Intro to human body
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 2
09/23/2008

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Microscopic Anatomy

 

 

Definition

Structures that cannot be seen

without magnification.

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Gross Anatomy

(macroscopic anatomy)

Definition

Relatively large structures and

features visible to the unaided eye.

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Surface Anatomy
Definition
The study of general form, or morphology, and superficial anatomical markings.
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Regional Anatomy

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Considers all of the superficial and internal features in a specific area of the body, such as the head, neck or trunk.

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Systemic Anatomy

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Considers the structure of major organ systems, such as the skeletal or muscular systems.

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Developmental Anatomy

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Changes that occur from birth to old age.

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Comparative Anatomy

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Comparing our human bodies to other animal's.

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Medical Anatomy

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Focuses on anatomical features that may undergo recognizeable pathological changes during illness.

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Radiographic Anatomy

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Study of anatomical structures as they are visualized by x-rays, ultrasounds, etc.

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Physiology

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The study of how living organisms function including such processes as nutrition, movement, and reproduction.

 

 

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Reasons for studying anatomy

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1.) Provides clues about probable functions

2.) All specific functions are performed by specific structures.

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Chemical or Molecular 

level of organization

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99% of the total # of atoms are hydrogen, oxygen, carbon and nitrogen

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Cellular 

Level of Org

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Cells :) 

(they cannot internal structures called organelles)

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 Tissue

Level of Org

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Specialized cells connect to form distinctive tissues.

Ex: Heart muscle

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 Organs

Level of org

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Layers of tissue form an organ

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Organ Systems

L.of Org

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Interrelated events at the chemical, cellular, tissue, and organ levels of organization to form organ systems. 

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Organism

level of org

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Reflects the interactions among organ systems. :)

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Basic functions of living organisms

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-Responsiveness

-Growth and differentiation

-Reproduction

-Movement

-Metabolism and excretion

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Integumentary System

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Function: Protection from environment; temp control

Organs: skin (epidermis, dermis); hair follicles; sweat glands; nails; sensory receptors

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Skeletal System

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Function: Support; protection of soft tissues; mineral storage; blood formation

 

Organs: Bones; cartilages; joints; bone marrow

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Muscular System

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Functions: Locomotion; support; heat production

 

Organs: Skeletal muscles; tendons; aponeuroses

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Nervous System

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 Function: direct immediate responses to stimuli

 

Organs: Brain; spinal cord; special senses (CNS); periperal nervous system

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Endocrine System

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Functions: Directing long-term changes in activities in other organ systems

 

Organs: Pineal gland; pituitary gland; thyroid gland; parathyroid gland; thymus; kidneys; pancreas; gonads

 

 

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Cardiovascular System

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Functions: Internal transport of cells and dissolved materials, including nutrients, wastes and gases

 

Organs: Heart; blood vessels; blood

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Lymphatic System

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Function: Defense against infection and disease

 

Organs: Lymphatic vessels; lymph nodes; spleen; thymus

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Respiratory System

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Functions: Delivery of air to sites where gas exchange occurs between the air and circulating blood

 

Organs: Nasal cavities; sinuses; pharynx; larynx; trachea; bronchi; lungs

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Digestive System

 

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Functions: Processing of food and absorption of organic nutrients, minerals, vitamins and water.

 

Organs: Mouth; salivary glands; pharynx; esophagas; stomach; intestines; liver; gall bladder; pancreas

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Urinary System

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Functions: Elimination of excess H2O, salts and waste products; control of pH

 

Organs: Kidneys; ureters; urinary bladder; urethra

 

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Reproductive System

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Function: Production of sex cells and hormones

 

Organs: Testes; ovaries; accessory organs (men); penis; scrotum; uterus; vagina; clitoris; labia

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