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Milady Standard 6
Milady 6
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Abductor Digiti Minimi | Muscle that separates the fingers and toes. |
| Abductor Hallucis | Muscle that moves the toes and helps maintain balance while walking and standing. |
| Abductors | Muscles that draw a body part, such as a finger, arm, or toe, away from the midline of the body or of an extremity. |
| Adductors | Muscles that draw a body part, such as a finger, arm, or toe, inward toward the median axis of the body or of an extremity. |
| Adipose Tissue | Technical term for fat; gives smoothness and contour to the body. |
| Adrenal Glands | Glands of the endocrine system that secrete about 30 steroid hormones and control metabolic processes of the body, including the fight-or-flight response. |
| Anabolism | Constructive metabolism, the process of building up larger molcules from smaler ones. |
| Anatomy | Study of the human body structures that can be seen with the naled eye and how the body parts are organized; the science of the structure of organisms or of their parts. |
| Angular Artery | Branch of the facial artery supplies blood to the side of nose. |
| Anterior Auricular Artery | Branch of the superficial temporal artery that supplies blood to the front part of the ear. |
| Anterior Tibial Artery | One of the popliteal arteries that supplies blood to the lower leg muscles and to the muscles and the skin in the top of the foot and adjacent sides of the first and second toes. This artery continues to the foot where it becomes the dorsals pedis artery. |
| Aorta | The largest artery in the body. |
| Arteries | Thick-walled, muscular, flexiable tubes that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the arterioles. |
| Arterioles | Small arteries that deliver blood to capillaries. |
| Atrium | Upper, thin-walled chamber of the heart through which blood is pumped to the ventricles. There is a right atrium and a left atrium. |
| Aorta | The largest artery in the body. |
| Arteries | Thick-walled, muscular, flexiable tubes that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the arterioles. |
| Arterioles | Small arteries that deliver blood to capillaries. |
| Atrium | Upper, thin-walled chamber of the heart through which blood is pumped to the ventricles. There is a right atrium and a left atrium. |
| Auricularis Anterior | Muscle in front of the ear that draws the ear forward. |
| Auricularis Posterior | Muscle behind the ear that draws the ear backward. |
| Auricularis Superior | Mucle above the ear that draws the ear upward. |
| Auriculotemporal Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that affects the external ear and skin above the temple, up to the top of the skull. |
| Autonomic Nervous System | Abbreviated ANS; the part of the nervous system that controls the involuntary muscles; regulates the action of the smooth muscles, glands, blood vessels, heart, and breathing. |
| Axon | The extension of a neuron through which impulses are sent away from the body to other neurons, glands, or muscles. |
| Axon Terminal | The extension of a neuron through which impulses are sent away from the body to other neurons, glands, or muscles. |
| Belly | Middle part of muscle. |
| Bicep | Muscle that produces the contour of the front and innerside of the upper arm; lifts the forearm and flexes the elbow. |
| Blood | Nutritive fluid circulating through the circulatory system to supply oxygen and nutrients to cells and tissues and to remove carbon dioxide and waste for them. |
| Blood Vessels | Tube-like structures that includes arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins. |
| Body Systems | Also known as systems; groups of body organs acting together to perform one or more functions. The human body is composed of 11 major systems. |
| Brain | Part of the central nervous system contained in the cranium; largest and most complex nerve system and controls sensation, muscles, activity of the glands, and the power to think, sense, and feel. |
| Buccal Nerve | Branch of the seventh cranial nerve that affects the muscles of the mouth. |
| Buccinator Muscle | Thin, flat muscle of the cheek between the upper and lower jaw that compresses the cheeks and expels air between the lips. |
| Capillaries | Tiny, thin-walled blood vessels that connect that smaller arteries to the venules. Capillaries bring nutrients to the cells and carry away waste materials |
| Cardiac Muscle | The involuntary muscle that is the heart. This type of muscle is not found in any other part of the body. |
| Carpus | Also known as the wrist; flexible joint composed of a group of eight small, irregular bonesheld together by ligaments. |
| Catabolism | The phase of metabolism that involves the breaking down of complex compounds within the cells into smaller ones. The process releases energy that has been stored. |
| Cell Membrane | Cell part the encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances to enter and leave the cell. |
| Cells | Basic units of all living things, from bacteria to plants to animals, including human beings. |
| Central Nervous System | Abbreviated CNS; consists of the brain, spinal cord, spinal nerves, and cranial nerves. |
| Centrioles | structures in a cell near the nucleus that move to each side during the mitosis process to help divide the cell |
| cervical cutaneous nerve | cervical nerve located at the side of the neck; affects the front and sides of the neck as far down as the breastbone. |
| cervical nerves | Branches of the seventh cranial nerve; originate at the spinal cord and affect the side of the neck and the platysma muscle. |
| cervial certebrae | the seven bones of the top part of the vertebral coumn, located in the neck region. |
| circulatory system | Also known as the cardiovascular system or vascular system; body system that controls the steady circulation of the blood through the body by means of the heart and blood vessels. |
| clavicle | Also known as collarbone; bone that joins the sternum and scapula. |
| common carotid arteries | Main arteries that suuply blood to the head, face and neck. |
| Common peroneal nerve | A division of the sciatic nerve that extends from behind the knee to wind around the heard of the fibula to the front of the leg where it divides into two branches. |
| connective tissue | Fibrous tissue that binds together, protects, and supports teh various parts of the body. Examples of connective tissue are bone, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, blood, lymph, and fat (see adipose tissue). |
| corrugator muscle | Muscle located beneath the frontalis and orbicularis oculi muscles that draws the eyebrow down and wrinkles the forehead vertically. |
| cranium | An oval, bony case that protects the brain |
| Cytoplasm | The proptoplasm of a cell, except for the protoplasm in the nucleus, that surrounds the nucleus; the watery fluid that cells need for growth, reproduction, and self-repair. |
| deep peroneal nerve | Also known as anterior tibial nerve; extends down the font of the leg, behind the muscles. It supplies impulses to these muscles and also to the muscles and skin on the top of the foot and adjacent sides of the first and second toes. |
| deltoid | Large triangular muscle covering the shoulder joint that allows the arm to extend outward and to the side of the body. |
| dendrites | Tree-like branching of nerve fibers extending from the nerve cell; carry impulese toward the cell and receive impulese from other neurons. |
| depressor labii inferioris muscle | Also known as quadratus labii inferioris muscle; muscle surrounding the lower lip; lowers the lower lip and draws it to one side, as in expressing sarcasm. |
| diaphragm | muscular wall that separates the thorax from the abdominal region adn helps control breathing. |
| digestive enzymes | Chemicals that change certain types of food into a soluble(capable of being dissolved) form that can be used by the body. |
| Digestive system | Also known as gastrointestinal system; body system that is responsible for breaking down foods into nutrients and wastes; consists of the mouth, stomach, intestines, salivary and gastric glands, and other organs. |
| Digital nerve | sensory-motor nerve that, with its branches, supplies impulses to the fingers. |
| Dorsal nerve | Also known as dorsal sutaneous nerve; a nerve that extends up from the toes and foot, just under the skin, supplying impulses to toes and foot, just under the skin of the leg, where it becomes the superficial peroneal nerve. |
| dorsalis pedis artery | artery that supplies bood to the foot |
| Eleventh cranial nerve | Also known as accessory nerve; a motor nerve that controls the motion of the neck and shoulder muscles. |
| Endocrine glands | Also known as ductless glands; glands such as the thyroid and pituitary gland that release hormonal secretions directly into the bloodstream. |
| endocrine system | body system consisting of a group of specialized glands that affect the growth, development, sexual functions, and health of the entire body. |
| epicranial aponeurosis | tendon that connects the occipitalis and frontalis muscles |
| epicranius | also known as occipitofrontalis; the broad muscle that covers the top of the skull and consists of the occipitalis and frontalis |
| epithelial tissue | Protective covering on body surfaces, such as skin, mucuous membranes, the tissue inside the mouth, the lining of the heart, digestive and respiratory organs and the glands. |
| ethmoid bone | light spongy bone between the eyesockets; forms part of the nasal cavaties. |
| excretory system | Body system that consists of a group of organs, inclduing the kidneys, liver, skin, large intesting, and lungs, that are responsible for purifying the body by eliminating waste matter. |
| exhalation | Breathing outward;expelling cardon dioxide (collected from the blood) from the lungs. |
| Exocrine glands | Also known as duct glands; produce a substance that travels through small tube-like ducts;sweat glands and oil glands of the skin belong to this group. |
| Extenor gigitorum longus | Muscle that bends the foot up and extends the toes. |
| extensor hallucis longus | muscle that extends the big toe and flexes the foot |
| extensors | muscles that straighten the wrist, hand, and finders to form a straight line. |
| External Carotid artery | Artery that supplies blood to the anterior (front) parts of the scalp, ear, face, neck, and sides of the head. |
| External jugular vein | Vein located at the dies of the neck that carries blood returning to the heard from the head, face and neck. |
| Eyes | Body organs that control the body's vision. |
| facial artery | Also known as external maxillary artery; branch of the external carotid artery that supplies blood to the lower region of the face, mouth, and nose. |
| facial skeleton | |
| femur | |
| fibula | |
| fifth cranial nerve | |
| Flexor Digiti Minimi | Muscle that moves the little toe. |
| Flexor Digitorum Brevis | Muscle that moves the toes and helps maintain balace while walking ans standing. |
| Flexor | Extensor muslce of the wrist involved in flexing the wrist. |
| Frontal Artery | Branch of the superficial temporal artery that supplies blood to the foreheadand upper eyelids. |
| Frontal Bone | Bone that forms the forehead. |
| Frontalis | Front portion of the epicranius; muscle of the scalp that raises the eyebrows, draws the scalp forward, and causes wrinkles across the forehead. |
| Gastrocnemius | Muscle atached to the lower rear surface of the heel and pulls the foot down. |
| Glands | Organs that remove and release certain elements from the blood to convert them into new compounds. |
| Greater Auricular Nerve | Cerical nerve that is located at the side of the neck; affects the face, ears , neck, and the parotid gland. |
| Greater Occipital Nerve | Cervical nerve that is located in the back of the head; affects the scalp as far up as the top of the head. |
| Heart | Muscular, cone-shaped organ that keeps the blood moving within the circulatory system. |
| Hemoglobin | Complex iron protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen; gives blood color. |
| Histology | Also known as microscopic anatomy; the study of tiny structures found in living tissues. |
| Hormones | Secretions, such as insulin, adrenaline, and estrogen, that stimulate functional activity or other secretions in the body. Hormones influence the welfare of the entire body. |
| Humerus | Uppermost and largest bone in the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder. |
| Hyoid Bone | U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue and its muscles. |
| Inferior Labial Artery | Branch of the facial artery that supplies blood to the lower lip. |
| Infraorbital Artery | Branch of the internal carotid artery that supplies blood to the muscles of the eye. |
| Infraorbital Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that affects the skin of the lower eyelid, side of nose, upper lip, and mouth. |
| Infratrochlear Nerve | Branch of fifth cranial nerve that affects the membrane and skin of the nose. |
| Inhalation | Breathing in through the nose or mouth. |
| Insertion | The movable part of the muscle that is farthest from the skeleton. |
| Integumentary System | Body system that consists of the skin and its accessory organs, such as the oil and sweat glands, sensory receptors, hair, and nails; serves as a protective covering and helps regulate the body's temperature. |
| Internal Carotid Artery | Artery that supplies blood to the brain, eyes, eyelid, forehead, nose, and internal ear. |
| Internal Jugular Vein | Vein located at the side of the neck to collect blood from the brain and parts of the face and neck. |
| Interstitial Fluid | Blood Plasm found in the spaces between tissue cells. |
| Intestines | Body organ that digests food, along with the stomach. |
| Joint | Connection between two or more bones of the skeleton. |
| Kidneys | Body organs the excrete water and waste. |
| Lacrimal Bones | Small, thin bones located at the front inner wall of the orbits. |
| Latissimus Dorsi | Large, flat, triangular muscle covering the lower back. |
| Levator Anguli Oris Muscle | Also known as caninus muscle; muscle that raises the angle of the mouth and draws it inward. |
| Levator Labii Superioris Muscle | Also known as quadratus labii superioris muscle; muscle surrounding the upper lip; elevates the upper lip ad dilates the nostrils, as in expressing distaste. |
| Liver | Body organ that removes waste created by digestion. |
| Lungs | Spongy tisuses composed of microscopic cells in which inhaled air is exchanged for carbon dioxide during one breathing cycle; organs of respiration. |
| Lymph | Clear liquid fluid that circulates in the lymph spaces of the body. Lymph helps carry wastes and impurities away from cells before it is routed back to the circulatory system. |
| Lymph Capillaries | Blind-end tubes that are the origin of lymphatic vessels. |
| Lymph Nodes | Gland-like structures found inside lymphatic vessels; filter the lymphatic vessels and helps fight infection. |
| Lymphatic/ immune system | Body system that consists of lymph, lymph nodes, the thymus gland, the spleen, and lymph vessels. It carries waste and impurities away from the cells and protects the body from disease by developing immunities and destroying disease-causing microorganisms |
| Mandible | Lower jawbone; largest and strongest bone of the face. |
| Mandibular Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that affects the muscles of the chin, lower lip, and external ear. |
| Marginal Mandibular Nerve | Branch of the seventh cranial nerve that affects the muscles of the chin and lower lip. |
| Masseter | Muscles that coordinate with the temporalis and pterygoid muscles to open and close the mouth and bring the jaw forward; sometimes referred to as chewing muscles. |
| Maxillae | Bones of the upper jaw. |
| Maxillary Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that supplies impulses to the upper part of the face |
| Median Nerve | Sensory-motor nerve that is smaller than the ulner and radial nerves and that, with its branches, supplies the arm and hand. |
| Mental Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that affects the skin of the lower lip and chin |
| Mentalis Muscle | Muscle the elevates the lower lip and raises and wrinkles the skin of the chin |
| Metabolism | Chemical process that takes place in living organisms, through which the cells are nourished and carry their activities; metabolism has two phases: anabolism and catabolism. |
| Metacarpus | Bones of the palm of the hands; parts of the hand containing five bones between the carpus and phalanges |
| Metatarsal | One of the three subdivisions of the foot; long and slender bones, similar to the metacarpal bones of the hand. The other two subdivisions are tarsal and phalanges. |
| Middle Temporal Artery | Branch of the superficial temporal artery that supplies blood to the temples |
| Mitosis | Usual process of the cell reproduction of human tissues that occurs when the cell divides into two identical cells called daughter cells. |
| Mitral Valve | Also known as bicuspid valve; the valve between the left atrium and the left ventricle of the heart. |
| Motor Nerves | Also known as efferent nerves; carry impulses from the brain to the muscles or glands. |
| Muscle Tissue | Tissue that contracts and moves various parts of the body. |
| Muscular System | Body system that covers, shapes, and holds the skeleton system in place; muscular system contracts and moves various body parts |
| Myology | Study of the nature, structure, function, and diseases of the muscles. |
| Nasal Bones | Bones that form the bridge of the nose. |
| Nasal Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that affects the point and lower side if the nose. |
| Nerve Tissue | Tissue that carries messages to and from the brain and controls and coordinates all bodily functions. |
| Nerves | Whitish cords made up of bundles of nerve fibers held together by connective tissue’ through which impulses are transmitted. |
| Nervous System | Body system that consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves; controls and coordinates all other systems of the body makes them work harmoniously and efficiently. |
| Neurology | Scientific study of the structure, function, and pathology of the nervous system. |
| Neuron | Also known as nerve cell; primary structural unit of the nervous system, consists of the cell body, nucleus, dendrites, and axon. |
| Nonstriated Muscles | Also known as smooth muscles; these muscles are involuntary and function automatically, without conscious will. |
| Nucleus | dense active protoplasm found in the center of the cell; plays an important part in cell reproduction and metabolism |
| Occipital artery | branch of the external carotid artery that supplies blood to the skin and muscles of the scalp and back of the head up to the crown |
| Occipital bone | hindmost bone of the skull, below the parietal bones; forms the back of the skull above the nape. |
| Occipitalis | back (posterior) portion of the epicranius; muscle that draws the scalp forward |
| -ology | means study of |
| Ophthalmic nerve | - branch of the 5th cranial nerve that supplies impulses to the skin of the forehead, upper eyelids, and interior portion of the scalp, orbit, eyeball, and nasal passage |
| Orbicularis oculi muscle | ring muscle around of the eye socket; enables you to close your eyes |
| Orbicularis oris muscle | Flat band of muscle around the upper and lower lips that compresses, contracts, puckers, and wrinkles the lips |
| organs | - structures composed of specialized tissues designed to perform specific functions in plants and animals |
| Origin | part of the muscles that does not move; attached closest to the skeleton |
| Os | bone |
| Osterology | study of anatomy, structures, and function of the bones |
| Ovaries (singular: ovary) | female sexual glands of the endocrine system that function in reproduction, as well as determining female sexual characteristic. |
| Pancreas | gland of the endocrine system that secretes enzyme-producing cells that are responsible for digesting carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. |
| Parathyroid glands | glands of the endocrine system that regulate blood calcium and phosphorus levels so that the nervous and muscular systems can function properly |
| Parietal artery | branch of superficial temporal artery that supplies blood to the side and crown of the head |
| Parietal bones | bones that form the sides and tops of the cranium |
| Patella | also known as accessory bone or kneecap; forms the kneecap joint |
| Pectoralis major | muscles of the chest that assists the swinging movements of the arm. |
| Peroneus Longus | Muscle that covers the outer side of the calf; inverts the foot and turns it outward. |
| Phalanges | Also known as digits; bones of the fingers or toes; one of the three subdivisions of the foot. The other two subdivisions are the tarsal and metatarsal. |
| Physiology | Study of the functions and activities performed by the body’s structures. |
| Pineal Gland | Endrocrine system gland that plays a major role in sexual development, sleep, and metabolism. |
| Pituitary Gland | The most complex organ of the endocrine system. It affects almost every physiologic process of the body: growth,blood pressure, contractions during childbirth,breast-milk production,sexual organ functions in both women and men,thyroid gland function. |
| Plasma | Fluid part of the blood in which the red and white blood cells and platelets are much smaller than red blood cells. |
| Platelets | Fluid part of the blood in which the red and white blood cells and platelets are much smaller than red blood cells. |
| Platysma Muscle | Broad muscle extending from the chest and shoulder muscles to the side of the chin; responsible for lowering the lower lip jaw and lip. |
| Popliteal Artery | Artery that supplies blood to the foot; divides into two separate arteries known as the anterior tibial artery and the posterior tibial artery. |
| Posterior Auricular Artery | Branch of the external carotid artery that supplies blood to the scalp, the area behind and above the ear, and the skin behind the ear. |
| Posterior Auricular Nerve | Branch of the seventh cranial nerve that affects the muscles behind the ear at the base of the skull. |
| Posterior Tibial Artery | One of the popliteal arteries that supplies blood to the ankle and the back of the lower leg. |
| Procerus Muscle | Muscle that covers the bridge of the nose, lowers the eyebrows, and causes wrinkles across the bridge of the nose. |
| Pronator | Muscle that turns the hand inward so that the palm faces downward. |
| Protoplasm | Colorless jelly-like substance found inside cells in which food elements such as protein, fats, carbohydrates, mineral salts, and water are present. |
| Pulmonary Circulatio | The system that sends the blood from the heart to the lungs to be purified, then back to the heart again. |
| Radial Artery | Artery, along with numerous branches, that supplies blood to the thumb side of the arm and the back of the hand; supplies blood to the muscles of the skin, hands, fingers, wrist, elbow, and forearm. |
| Radial Nerve | Sensory-motor nerve that, with its branches, supplies the thumb side of the arm and back of the hand. |
| Radius | Smaller bone in the forearm on the same side as the thumb. |
| Red Blood Cells | Blood cells that carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells and transport carbon dioxide from the cells back to the lungs. |
| Reflex | automatic reaction to stimuli that involves the movement if an impulse from a sensory receptor along the sensory nerve to the spinal cord. |
| Reproductive System | Includes the ovaries, uterine tubes, uterus and vagina. Male: Testes, Prostate Gland, Penis, and Urethea. Produces offspring and passes on genetic code. |
| Ribs | Twelve pairs of bones forming the wall of the Thorax. |
| Risorius Muscle | Muscle of the mouth that draws the corner of the mouth out and back, grinning. |
| Saphorius Nerve | Nerve of leg that supplies impulses to the skin of the inner side of the leg and foot. |
| Scapula | Shoulder Blade; large, flat, triangular bone of the shoulder. Each person has two. |
| Sciatic Nerve | Largest and longest nerve in the body. |
| Sensory Nerves | Afferent nerves; carry impulses or messages from the sense organs to the brain, where sensation of touch, cold/hot, sight hearing, taste, smell, pain and pleasure are experienced. |
| Serratus Nerves | Muscle of the chest that assists in breathing and in raising the arm. |
| Seventh Cranial Nerve | Facial Nerve; chief motor nerve of the face. Branches supply and control all the muscles of facial expression. |
| Skeletal System | Physical foundation of the body, 206 bones, connected by movable and immovable joints. |
| Skin | Body organ that covers the body, protective coating, epithelial layer. |
| Skull | Skeleton of the head; divided into two parts: Cranium and Facial Skeleton |
| Smaller Occipital Nerve | Lesser Occipital Nerve; Cervical Nerve at the base of the scull, effects scalp and muscles behind the ears. |
| Soleus | Muscle that originates at the upper portion of the fibula and bends the foot down. |
| Sphenoid | Bone Joins all of the bones of the cranium together. |
| Spinal Cord | Portion of the central Nervous System that originates in the brain and extends down to the lower extremities of the trunk, protected by spinal column. |
| Sternocleidomastoideus | Muscle that lowers and rotates head. |
| Sternum | Breastbone; flat bone that forms the ventral support of the ribs. |
| Stomach | Organ that digests food, along with the intestines. |
| Striated Muscles | Skeletal Muscles; muscles that attach to the bones and that are voluntary. |
| Submental artery | Branch of the facial artery that supplies blood to the chin and lower lip. |
| Superficail Peroneal Nerve- | Also known as musculocutaneous nerve; extends down the leg, just under the skin, supplying impulses to the muscles and the skin of the leg, as well as to the skin and toes on the top of the foot, where it becomes the dorsal nerve. |
| Superficial Temporal Artery- | A continuation of the external carotid nerve artery ; supplies blood to the muscles of the front, side, and top of the head. |
| Superior Labial Artery- | Branch of the facial artery that supplies blood to the upper lip and region of the nose. |
| Supinator | Muscle of the forearm that rotates the radius outward and the palm upward. |
| Supraorbital Artery | Branch of the internal carotid artery that supplies blood to the upper eyelid and forehead. |
| Supraorbital Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that affects the skin of the forehead, scalp , eyebrow, and upper eyelid. |
| Superatrochlear Nerve | Branch of the fifth cranial nerve that affects the skin between the eyes and upper side of the nose. |
| Sural Nerve | Nerve of the lower left leg that supplies impulses to the skin on the outer side and back of the foot and leg. |
| Systemic Circulation | Also known as general circulation; system that carries the blood from the heart throughout the body and back to the heart. |
| Talus | Also known as ankle bone; one of three bones that comprise the ankle joint. The other two bones are tibia and fibula. |
| Tarsal | One of three subdivisions of the foot. There are seven bones- talus,calcaneus,navicular,three cuneiform bones, and the cuboid, The other two subdivisions are the metatarsal and the phalanges. |
| Temporal Bones | Bones that form the sides of the head in the ear region. |
| Temporal Nerve | Branch of the seventh cranial nerve that affects the muscles of the temple, side of the forehead, eyebrow, eyelid, and upper part of the cheek. |
| Temporalis | Muscles that coordinate with the masseter and the pterygoid muscles to open and close the mouth and bring the forward; sometimes referred to as chewing muscles. |
| Testes | Male sexual glands of the endocrine system that function in reproduction, as well as determining male sexual characteristics. |
| Thorax | Also known as chest or pulmonary truck; consists of sternum, ribs, and thoracic bertebrae; elastic, bony cage that serves as a protective framework for the heart, lungs, and other internal organs. |
| Thyroid Gland | Gland of the endocrine system that controls how quickly the body burns energy, makes proteins, qnd how sensitive the body should be to other hormones. |
| Tibia | Larger of the two bones that form the leg below the knee. The tibia may be visualized as a bump on the big-toe side of ankle. |
| Tibial nerve | a division of the sciatic nerve that passes behind the knee. It subdivides and supplies impulses to the knee, the muscles of the calf, the skin of the leg, and the sole, heel, and underside of the toes |
| Tibialis anterior | muscle that covers the front of the shin; bends the foot upward and inward |
| Tissue | collection of similar cells that perform a particular function |
| Transverse facial artery | branch of the superficial temporal artery that supplies blood to the skin and masseter muscle |
| Trapezius | muscle that covers the back of the neck and upper and middle region of the back; rotates and controls swinging movement of the arm |
| Triangularis muscle | muscle extending alongside the chin that pulls down the corner of the mouth |
| Tricep | large muscle that covers the entire back of the upper arm and extends the forearm |
| Tricuspid valve | valve between the right atrium and right ventricle of the heart |
| Ulna | inner and large bone of the forearm (lower) , attached to the wrist and located on the side of the little finger |
| Ulnar Artery | artery, along with numerous branches, that supplies blood to the little finger side of the arm and palm of the hand |
| Valves | structures of the heart that temporarily closes a passage or permit blood flow in only one direction |
| Veins | thin-walled blood vessels that are less elastic than arteries; veins contain cuplike valves that keep blood flowing in one direction to the heart and prevent blood from flowing backwards |
| Ventricle | a lower, tick-walled chamber of the heart that receives blood pumped from the atrium, There is a right and a left ventricle |
| Venules | small vessels that connect the capillaries to the veins. They collect blood from the capillaries and drain it to the veins |
| White Blood Cells | aka white corpuscles or leukocytes; blood cells that perform function of destroying disease causing bacteria |
| Zygomatic Bones | Also known as malar bones or cheek bones; bones that form the prominence of the cheek. |
| Zygomatic Nerve | Branch of the fifth and seventh cranial nerves that affects the muscles pf the upper part of the cheek. |
| Zygomaticus Major Muscles | Muscles of both sides of the face that extend from the zygomatic bone to the angle of the mouth. These muscles pull the mouth backward, upward, and outward, as when you are laughing or smiling. |
| Zygomaticus Minor Muscles | Muscles on both side of the face that extend from the zygomatic bone to upper lips. These muscles pull the upper lip backward, upward, and outward, as when you are smiling. |
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