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A&P Assignment One
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the six levels of structural organization in the human body? | Chemical → Cellular → Tissue → Organ → System → Organism |
| Term: Anatomical Position | Definition: The standard reference position: body erect, feet together, arms at sides, palms facing forward. |
| What are the three components of a homeostatic control mechanism? | Receptor, Control Center (brain), Effector |
| Term: Negative Feedback | Definition: A process that reverses a deviation from the set point to maintain stability (e.g., temperature regulation). |
| What are the four elements that make up about 96% of the human body? | Oxygen, Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen |
| Term: Ion | Definition: An atom or molecule with a positive or negative electrical charge due to loss or gain of electrons. |
| How does electrolyte imbalance affect muscle or nerve function? | Electrolyte imbalances disrupt nerve signals and muscle contractions. |
| What are the four major types of biomolecules? | Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids |
| Term: Enzyme | Definition: A biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions without being consumed. |
| Describe how high fever can affect enzyme activity. | High fever denatures enzymes, slowing vital reactions. |
| Which organelle is known as the “powerhouse of the cell”? | The Mitochondrion |
| Term: Plasma Membrane | Definition: Semi-permeable barrier controlling movement of substances into and out of the cell. |
| What is the main process by which cells produce ATP? | Cellular Respiration |
| Term: Diffusion | Definition: Movement of particles from high to low concentration without energy use. |
| During which phase of mitosis do sister chromatids separate? | Anaphase |
| Explain why mitosis is critical for tissue repair in wound healing. | Mitosis replaces damaged cells, aiding tissue repair. |
| What are the four primary tissue types? | Epithelial, Connective, Muscle, Nervous |
| Describe one example of where epithelial and connective tissues interface. | Epithelial tissue rests on connective tissue, which supplies nutrients. |
| Which type of connective tissue stores energy and insulates the body? | Adipose Tissue |
| Explain how muscle tissue differs structurally between skeletal and cardiac muscle. | Skeletal muscle is voluntary and striated; cardiac is involuntary and branched. |
| Which layer of the epidermis contains melanocytes? | Stratum Basale |
| Term: Keratin | Definition: Tough protein providing waterproofing and protection to skin, hair, and nails. |
| Discuss how the skin contributes to thermoregulation. | Skin regulates temperature by sweating and changing blood flow. |
| What are the two main types of bone tissue? | Compact Bone and Spongy Bone |
| Term: Osteoblast | Definition: Bone-forming cell that secretes bone matrix. |
| What bones make up the axial skeleton? | Skull, Vertebral Column, Ribs, and Sternum |
| Term: Fontanelle | Definition: Soft spot in a newborn’s skull where bones have not yet fused. |
| What are the two major divisions of the appendicular skeleton? | Upper Limb and Lower Limb (plus girdles) |
| Term: Pectoral Girdle | Definition: Consists of the clavicles and scapulae; connects arms to the trunk. |
| How does the pelvic girdle differ structurally between males and females? | Female pelvis is wider for childbirth; male pelvis is narrower and sturdier. |
| What are the three functional classifications of joints? | Synarthrosis (immovable), Amphiarthrosis (slightly movable), Diarthrosis (freely movable) |
| Describe how synovial fluid supports joint movement and reduces friction. | Synovial fluid lubricates, nourishes, and cushions joints. |