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Kellie Sams

Anatomy weeks 1-5

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What is the primary difference between Anatomy and Physiology? Anatomy refers to the study of the structure of the body and its parts. Physiology is the study of the function of theses structures and how they work.
What are the basic structural and functional units of life? Cells are the basic structural and functional units of life. They carry out all the processes necesaary for a organism survival and reproduction.
Tissue A group of similar cells that work together to perform z specific function. The four basic types of tissue are epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue.
Integumentary System The organ system that protects the body from external damage and includes the skin,hair, nails, and associated glands.
Epidermis The outermost layer of skin, composed primarily of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium, providing a protective barrier.
Skeleton The internal framework of bones and cartilage that supports the body, protects vital organs, and facilities movement.
Osteocyte A mature bone cell that maintains bone tissue and regulates the exchange of materials between the bone and the blood.
Skeletal Muscle A type of muscle tissue that is under voluntary control, responsible for moving bones and facilitating body movements.
Myofibril A long, thread-like structure within a muscle fiber that contains the contractile proteins actin and myosin, essential for muscle contraction.
Dermis The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that contains blood vessels, nerves, hair follicles, and glands. It provides structural support and nourishment to the skin.
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