Anatomy and Physiology Midterm Review Vocabulary
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Tissue that stores fat. - ✔️✔️Adipose Tissue
The lining of a joint that secretes synovial fluid into the joint space. - ✔️✔️Synovial membrane
hard protein material found in the epidermis, hair, and nails. Makes skin waterproof. -
✔️✔️Keratin
A pigment that gives the skin its color - ✔️✔️Melanin
Deepest layer of the epidermis - ✔️✔️Stratum basale
the most superficial layer of the epidermis consisting of dead cells - ✔️✔️Stratum corneum
Study of structures that can be seen with the naked eye - ✔️✔️Gross anatomy
the study of microscopic structures of tissues and organs - ✔️✔️Microscopic anatomy
A group of similar cells that perform the same function. - ✔️✔️Tissue
A group of organs that work together in performing vital body functions. - ✔️✔️Organ system
Farther from the origin of a body part or the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk -
✔️✔️Distal
Closer to the origin of the body part or the point of attachment of a limb to the body trunk -
✔️✔️Proximal
Located towards the front of the body - ✔️✔️Anterior
Back of the body - ✔️✔️Posterior
Toward the midline - ✔️✔️Medial
inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating or allergy-causing
substance - ✔️✔️Contact dermatitis
A common affliction caused by Tinea Pedis or Ringworm - ✔️✔️Athlete's foot
a highly contagious bacterial skin infection that commonly occurs in children - ✔️✔️Impetigo
A bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes. - ✔️✔️Cyanosis
Higher on the body, nearer to the head - ✔️✔️Superior
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