How is oxygen used by living organisms?

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intro to A&P

things we should remember form biology, but probably don't, and needed terms.

Question	Answer
What is another name for a frontal section?	coronal
Of the items listed, which is not required for the maintenance of life?	carbon dioxide
The process in which cells and organisms are able to maintain a stable balance of internal and external substances and forces is called _____.	homeostasis
Physical and chemical changes or reactions that occur within the body are collectively known as	metabolism
When the body is placed in the anatomical position, which of the following is not true?	The palms are facing backward
The study dealing with the explanations of how an organ works would be an example of _____.	physiology
Another name for the cavity in the front or belly side is _____ .	ventral
How is oxygen used by living organisms?	It is used to release energy that is stored in food.
The activities of an anatomist consist of _______, whereas those of a physiologist consist of ______.	observing body parts; studying functions of body parts
Which of the following does not apply to the dorsal cavity?	stomach
Which of the following lists best illustrates the idea of increasing levels of complexity?	organelles, cells, tissues, organs, systems
The _____ cavity contains the pleural and pericardial cavities	thoracic
The navel is located on the _____ surface.	ventral
_______ are composed of even smaller subatomic particles.	atoms
The esophagus and trachea are located within the _____.	mediastinum
Which of the following is most closely related to a function of the muscular system?	the production of body heat
A parietal membrane ________, whereas a visceral membrane _________.	lines cavities; covers organs
Which of the following organs is located in the abdominopelvic cavity?	kidney
The arms lie on the _____ surface of the trunk.	lateral
A decrease in blood glucose that causes the inhibition of insulin is an example of _____.	negative feedback
A _____ section divides an organ into top and bottom.	tranverse
A blood clot stimulating the formation of more blood clotting is an example of	positive feedback
The orbital cavity would contain the _____.	eyes
A section that separates the body into right and left portions would be a	sagittal section
The ability of an organism to sense changes that take place within its body is an example of	responsiveness
The _____ system plays a role in moving fluids, wastes, and bones?	muscular
Which of the following processes is not concerned with maintaining the life of an adult organism?	reproduction
Which of the following is the most complex level of organization?	organ system
A part that is closer to the head than something else is said to be ..	superior
The lower arm is _____________ to the stomach area, while the head is ________________ to the stomach.	lateral; superior
What organ system is responsible for the production of blood cells?	the skeletal system

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