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Intro To Human Body
Basic Terms - WPUNJ
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Anatomy
Undergraduate 2
09/16/2012

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Define: Anatomy
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study of STRUCTURE and RELATIONSHIPS among structures
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6 Sub divisions of Anatomy
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Gross Anatomy, Regional Anatomy, Developmental Anatomy, Histology, Cytology, Pathology
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Define: Physiology
Definition
study of FUNCTIONS of body parts
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4 Sub divisions of Physiology
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Pathophysiology, Exercise Physiology, Neurophysiology, Immunology
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Define: Homeostasis
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condition in which body's internal environment remains within certain physiological limits
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How is Homeostasis achieved?
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through the use of Hormones
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Define: Hormone
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a chemical secreted to regulate functions of the body
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What is a Negative Feedback System?
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the release of hormones to revert back to an original state
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What is a Positive Feedback System?
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the release of hormones to intensify an original state
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