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

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