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Anatomy week 1-5
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is anatomy? | The study of the structure and organization of body parts. |
| What is physiology? | The study of the functions of body parts and how they work together. |
| What are the six levels of organization in the human body (from simplest to most complex)? | Chemical → Cellular → Tissue → Organ → System → Organism. |
| Define homeostasis. | The body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes. |
| What are the two main types of feedback systems in the body? | Negative feedback (stabilizes) and positive feedback (enhances a change). |
| What are the four major types of tissues in the human body? | Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue. |
| Which organ system includes the skin, hair, and nails? | The integumentary system. |
| What is the structural and functional unit of life? | The Cell |
| What are the main functions of the skeletal system? | Support, protection, movement, mineral storage, and blood cell production. |
| Which cavity contains the brain and spinal cord? | The dorsal cavity. |