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Human Anatomy Weeks 1-6
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| How many major body planes are there? | Three : Sagittal, Coronal, Transverse |
| Extrinsic Control | "OUTSIDE" control and operates at the system and organism levels. |
| Isotopes | contain the same number of protons; different number of neutrons |
| Homeostasis | (same/standing still) normal steady body fluid/environment |
| The Nervous System Includes | Brain, Spinal cord, and nerves |
| Central nervous system | Brain and spinal cord |
| Appendicular skeleton | bones of the upper and lower extremities of the body |
| Endocrine gland | Secretory structure that discharges hormones directly into the blood, also known as ductless |
| Respiratory tract | organs of the respiratory system, divided into lower and upper respiratory tracts |
| Urinary system | system responsible for excreting most liquid wastes from the body |