, ✓ ~~~anatomy is the study of internal and external body structures; physiology is the study
of how living organisms carry out their functions
Predict what would happen to the function of a structure if its anatomy would alter
✓ ~~~the structure's function would likely become impaired or eliminated
Name the simplest level of organization that includes the smallest living units in the
body
✓ ~~~cellular level
Define Organ
✓ ~~~two or more tissues working together to perform a particular function
Describe the general roles of the different type of muscles tissue
✓ ~~~skeletal muscle- moves bones of skeleton cardiac muscle-pumps blood through blood
vessels
smooth muscle- moves materials along internal passageways
identify the four primary tissue types and explain the functions of each
✓ ~~~epithelial-covers external/internal surfaces and produces secretions
connective-fills internal spaces and provides support
muscle-specialized to contract and produce movement
nervous-transmits information
which two organ systems are involved with circulation in the body?
, ✓ ~~~cardiovascular and lymphatic systems
Describe how falling down the stairs could affect at least six of the organ systems
✓ ~~~1)broken bone(skeletal system)
2)disruption of skin integrity (integumentary system)
3)broken bone tearing through a muscle (muscular system)
4)blood loss at injury site (cardiovascular system)
5)mobilization of cells to fight infection (lymphatic system)
6)pain as a result of trauma (nervous system)
How would a nervous system disorder affect the muscular system?
✓ ~~~spinal cord injury could lead to no mobility; parkinson's can cause muscle tremors
How would a respiratory system disease affect the cardiovascular system?
✓ ~~~asthmatic patient could have trouble breathing which would lead to blood not being
fully oxygenated
How would a reproductive system disorder affect the urinary system?
✓ ~~~an STI through the urethra could spread up towards the bladder and kidneys, leading
to a more serious infection
Why is homeostatic regulation important to an organism?
✓ ~~~failure to maintain homeostasis can lead to illness or death
describe the three parts necessary for homeostatic regulation
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