NVCC BIO 141 Ch 1 Exam Questions & Answers 2024/2025

NVCC BIO 141 Ch 1 Exam Questions &
Answers 2024/2025

Define Anatomy - ANSWERSthe study of the structure of the body



Define Physiology - ANSWERSstudy of the function of the body



List the 7 characteristics of life - ANSWERS1. Cellular Composition

2. Metabolism

3. Growth

4. Excretion

5. Responsiveness

6. Movement

7. Reproduction



Describe the 6 Levels of Organization in the Human Body - ANSWERSChemical

Cellular

Tissue

Organ

Organ System

Organism



Define Gross Anatomy - ANSWERSLooking at structures that can be seen without a microscope



Define Microscopic Anatomy and its types - ANSWERSHistology: study of tissues

Cytology: study of cells

, Primary Function of the Integumentary System - ANSWERSprotects the body from outside environment

produces vitamin D

retains water

regulates body temp.



Primary Function of the Skeletal System - ANSWERSsupports the body

protects internal organs

produces blood cells

leverage for movement

stores calcium salts



Primary Function of the Muscular System - ANSWERSproduces movement

controls body openings

generates heats



Primary Function of the Nervous System - ANSWERSregulates body functions

sensations

movement

automatic functions

higher mental functions



Primary Function of the Endocrine System - ANSWERSregulates body functions through secretion of
hormones



Primary Function of the Cardiovascular System - ANSWERSpumps oxygen-poor blood to lungs and
oxygen-rich blood to tissues

removes wastes from tissues



Primary Function of the Lymphatic System - ANSWERSreturns excess tissue fluid to cardiovascular system