Anatomy Lab Week 1

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Define anatomy

Concerned with the structure of a part, as well as its relationship with other structures

Define physiology

Concerned with a body part's function, both individually and as a component of an entire system

How are anatomy and physiology related?

The structure of an organ suits its function

Define atom

All substances, including body parts, are composed of chemicals made up of these submicroscopic particles

Define molecules

Atoms join to form them, which can in turn join to form macromolecules

Define macromolecules

Atoms join to form molecules, which can in turn join to form these

Define organelles

Macromolecules compose the cellular these, which are found within all cells; tiny structures that perform cellular functions

Define cells

The basic unit of living things

Define tissue

Composed of similar types of cells and performs a specific function

Define organ

Composed of several types of tissues and performs a particular function within an organ system

Define organ system

Organs perform a particular function in this

Define organism

All of the body systems together make up this

Provide an example of molecules forming macromolecules

Molecules called amino acids join to form macromolecules called proteins

Provide an example of an organelle

The nucleus

Provide an example of an organ and its organ system

The stomach and digestive system

Provide an example of an organism

A human being

Define anatomical position

Standing erect, with face forward, arms at the sides, and palms and toes directed forward