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Anatomy Mid Term
Chapters 1-5
Question | Answer |
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What are the four primary tissue types in the body? | The four primary tissues types in the body are: 1. Epithelial 2. Connective 3. Muscle 4. Nervous Tissue |
What is homeostasis? | Homeostasis is the maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body |
What is the anatomical position? | The anatomical position where the body is standing upright, feet together, arms at the sides and palms are facing forward |
Which organelle is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell? | The organelle that is known as the powerhouse of the cell mitochondria |
What are the three main components of the cell membrane? | The three main components of the cell membrane are phospholipids, proteins, and carbohydrates |
What are the main functions for the skeletal system? | The main function for the skeletal system are to: support the body, protect our internal organs, store calcium, and to make blood cells |
What is the primary role for enzymes in our body? | The primary role of enzymes are to act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions |
What are the two main subdivisions of the nervous system? | The two main subdivision of the nervous system are the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system |
What muscle tissue is voluntary? | The muscle tissue that is voluntary is the skeletal muscle |
What are the three main layers of skin? | The three main layers of skin are the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis |