University:
Borough of Manhattan Community College
Course:
BIO 425 | Anatomy and Physiology I
Academic year:

2024
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343

Pages:

2
Author:

Mikael N.

Anatomy and Physiology 1. What is Anatomy Anatomy is the study of the structure of organisms and their parts. It focuses on shapes, sizes, and locations of organs, tissues, and cells. 2. What is Physiology? Physiology is the study of how living organisms and their parts. function. It explores mechanisms behind bodily processes and functions. 3. Levels of structural Organization Body organization levels: chemical, cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, organism. Atoms and molecules cells Tissues Organs Organ systems. 4. tHomeostasis: Maintaining Internal Balance Homeostasis: body's ability to regulate internal environment despite external changes. Examples: temperature regulation, pte balance, nutrient levels. 5. Anatomical Terminology Specific terms and directional references used to describe body structures. Examples: anterior/posterior, superior/inferior, medial lateral, proximal/distal. 6. Overview of Organ Systems Major organ systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive. Functions and interactions between systems.

What is Anatomy and Physiology

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