Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology

Valerie C. Scanlon, Tina Sanders

Chapter 1

Organization and General Plan of the Body - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

Explain how the physiology of a bone is related to its anatomy. Explain how the physiology of the hand is related to its anatomy. (p. 4)

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Problem 2

Describe anatomic position. Why is this knowledge important? (p. 14)

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Problem 2

Describe anatomic position. Why is this knowledge important? (p. 14)

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Problem 3

Name the organ system that accomplishes each of the following functions: (p. 7)
a. Moves the skeleton
b. Regulates body functions by means of hormones
c. Covers the body and prevents entry of pathogens
d. Destroys pathogens that enter the body
e. Exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air and blood

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Problem 3

Name the organ system that accomplishes each of the
following functions: (p. 7)
a. Moves the skeleton
b. Regulates body functions by means of hormones
c. Covers the body and prevents entry of pathogens
d. Destroys pathogens that enter the body
e. Exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air
and blood

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Problem 4

Name the closed body cavities. Name the cavity lined by the peritoneum, meninges, and parietal pleura. (pp. 14-15)

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Problem 4

4. Name the closed body cavities. Name the cavity lined
by the perito

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Problem 5

Name the four quadrants of the abdomen. Name at least one organ in each quadrant. (pp. 15, 18)

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Problem 5

Name the four quadrants of the abdomen. Name at least
one organ in each quadrant. (pp. 15, 18)

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Problem 6

Name the section through the body that would result in each of the following: equal right and left halves, anterior and posterior parts, superior and inferior parts. (pp. 15-16)

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Problem 6

Name the section through the body that would result
in each of the following: equal right and left halves, anterior and posterior parts, superior and inferior parts.
(pp. 15–16)

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Problem 7

Review Table 1-2 and try to find each external area on your own body. (pp. 12-13)

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Problem 7

Review Table 1-2 and try to find each external area on
your own body. (pp. 12–13)

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Problem 8

Define cell. When similar cells work together, what name are they given? (p. 4)

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Problem 8

Define cell. When similar cells work together, what name
are they given? (p. 4)

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Problem 9

Define organ. When a group of organs works together, what name is it given? (p.6)

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Problem 9

Define organ. When a group of organs works together,
what name is it given? (p. 6)

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Problem 10

Define metabolism, metabolic rate, and homeostasis. (p. 10)
a. Give an example of an external change and explain how the body responds to maintain homeostasis.
b. Give an example of an internal change and explain how the body responds to maintain homeostasis.
c. Briefly explain how a negative feedback mechanism works and how a positive feedback mechanism differs.

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Problem 10

Define metabolism, metabolic rate, and homeostasis. (p. 10)
a. Give an example of an external change and explain how the body responds to maintain homeostasis.
b. Give an example of an internal change and explain how the body responds to maintain homeostasis.
c. Briefly explain how a negative feedback mechanism works and how a positive feedback mechanism differs.

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