Thursday, August 30, 2007

Human body worksheet

Explain the difference between anatomy and physiology. Anatomy is the study of structures & physiology is study of functions.
Please organize the following structures in order from smallest too largest: system, tissue, organ, and cell. Cell tissue, organ, and system.
In the term physiology the suffix -logy means what? Study of.
What is the type of membrane that lines all of the passages leading the exterior?
What do you call a mass of cells that all perform the same function?
What type of tissue is specialized for the conduction of nerve impulses? Nerve
The term epidermis contains a prefix and a root term. What is the root in this word and what does it
mean? Dermis and it means skin. What is the prefix in this word and what does it mean?
The term cavity appears frequently in this lesson. What does it mean? A hollow space within the body.
Name the four main types of tissue and describe their function. Connective, supports & protects bones
cartilage & adipose.
A cell is made of __cytoplasm_ except for the nucleus which is made of ? DNA
What type of membrane lines joint cavities and outer surfaces of bones? Synovial
What is an organ system? Two or more different organs that work together to provide a common function.
Name the five types of membranes and where each is located.
What is the function of the cell membrane? Hold the cell together. The nucleus?
The cutaneous membrane is made of two distinct layers. Name each of these layers and describe what they are made of.

1 comment:

Duval said...

Missing answers to questions 4, 5, 13, and 14. Only half answered questions 9 and 10. Please go back and fix these to bring up your grade before the end of the unit. Post me a new comment when you have done this.