MCPHS A&P 1 - Exam 1; QUESTIONS AND
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Anatomy Correct Answer-Scientific discipline that investigates the body's
structure
Physiology Correct Answer-Scientific investigation of the processes or
functions of living things
Systemic Anatomy Correct Answer-Studied system by system
Surface Anatomy Correct Answer-External form and relation to deeper
structures as x-ray in anatomic imaging
Cytology Correct Answer-Cellular anatomy
Histology Correct Answer-Study of tissues
Microscopic anatomy Correct Answer-Includes cytology and histology;
structures that must be examined with a microscope
Cell Physiology Correct Answer-Exams processes in cells
Systemic Physiology Correct Answer-Functions of organ systems
Nuerophysiology Correct Answer-Focuses on the nervous system
, MCPHS A&P 1 - Exam 1; QUESTIONS AND
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Cardiovascular Physiology Correct Answer-The heart and blood vessels
Pathology Correct Answer-Structural and functional changes caused by
disease
Exercise Physiology Correct Answer-Changes in structure and function caused
by exercise
Chemical Level Correct Answer-Interaction of atoms
Cell Level Correct Answer-Structural and functional unit of living organisms
Tissue Level Correct Answer-Group of similar cells and the materials
surrounding them
Organ Level Correct Answer-One or more tissues functioning together
Organ System Level Correct Answer-Group of organs functioning together
Organism level Correct Answer-Any Living Thing
, MCPHS A&P 1 - Exam 1; QUESTIONS AND
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Structural and Functional Organization of the Human Body Correct Answer-
atoms -> molecules -> cell -> tissue -> organ -> organ system -> organism
Major Organs of the Body Correct Answer-Brain, spinal cord, lung, heart,
liver, spleen, pancreas, stomach, gallbladder, kidneys, small intestine, large
intestine, urinary bladder
Integumentary System Functions Correct Answer-Provide protection,
regulate temperature, prevents water loss, and helps produce vitamin D
Integumentary System Correct Answer-Consists of skin, hair, nails, and sweat
glands
Skeletal System Functions Correct Answer-Provides protection and support,
allows body movements, produces blood cells, and stores minerals and fats
Skeletal System Correct Answer-Consists of bones, associated cartilages,
ligaments, and joints
Muscular System Functions Correct Answer-Produces body movements,
maintains posture, and produces body heat
Muscular System Correct Answer-Consists of muscles attached to the
skeleton by tendons
, MCPHS A&P 1 - Exam 1; QUESTIONS AND
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Lymphatic System Functions Correct Answer-Removes foreign substances
from the blood and lymph, combats disease, maintains tissue fluid balance, and
absorbs fats from the digestive tract
Lymphatic System Correct Answer-Consists of the lymphatic vessels, lymph
nodes, and other lymphatic organs
Respiratory System Functions Correct Answer-Consists of the lungs and
respiratory passages
Respiratory System Correct Answer-Consists of the lungs and respiratory
passages
Digestive System Functions Correct Answer-Performs the mechanical and
chemical processes of digestion, absorption of nutrients, and elimination of
wastes
Digestive System Correct Answer-Consists of the mouth, esophagus,
stomach, intestines, and accessory organ
Nervous System Functions Correct Answer-A major regulatory system that
detects sensations and controls movements, physiological processes, and
intellectual functions
