Summary: Femur, tibia and fibula are the long bones of legs of lower
... Femur, tibia and fibula are the long bones of legs of lower extremity. Femur is the bone of the thigh, while tibia and fibula are the bones of lower leg. Being long bones, all the three bones are characterized by the presence of two ends (epiphyses) and one shaft (diaphysis) which connects the upper ...
... Femur, tibia and fibula are the long bones of legs of lower extremity. Femur is the bone of the thigh, while tibia and fibula are the bones of lower leg. Being long bones, all the three bones are characterized by the presence of two ends (epiphyses) and one shaft (diaphysis) which connects the upper ...
Anatomy Words You NEED to Know!
... Biceps-Large muscle on the upper front of the arm that helps to bend the arm. Carpal- A group of 8 small bones in the hand (I use my carpals to drive my car). Cartilage-Tissue found in joints to provide cushion between bones. Clavicle-The set of bones on the front side of your body commonly called t ...
... Biceps-Large muscle on the upper front of the arm that helps to bend the arm. Carpal- A group of 8 small bones in the hand (I use my carpals to drive my car). Cartilage-Tissue found in joints to provide cushion between bones. Clavicle-The set of bones on the front side of your body commonly called t ...
Chapter 1 Anatomy
... Homeostasis – the existence and maintenance of a relatively constant environment within the body – primary function of all normal cells which is dependant on the maintenance of each cells fluid environment within a narrow range of conditions (temp., volume, and chemical content). These changing cond ...
... Homeostasis – the existence and maintenance of a relatively constant environment within the body – primary function of all normal cells which is dependant on the maintenance of each cells fluid environment within a narrow range of conditions (temp., volume, and chemical content). These changing cond ...
The Human Body: Anatomical Regions, Directions, and Body Cavities
... • FOCUSES ON THE FUNCTIONS OF THE BODY, OFTEN AT THE CELLULAR OR MOLECULAR LEVEL ...
... • FOCUSES ON THE FUNCTIONS OF THE BODY, OFTEN AT THE CELLULAR OR MOLECULAR LEVEL ...
Orientation to the Human Body
... Catabolic reactions, like glycolysis, release energy. This energy can be used in cells to make ATP. ...
... Catabolic reactions, like glycolysis, release energy. This energy can be used in cells to make ATP. ...
Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology
... 4. Integration and Coordination a. nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and sense organs 1. functions to receive impulses from sensory parts, interpret these impulses, and act on them by causing muscles or glands to respond b. endocrine system consists of glands that secrete h ...
... 4. Integration and Coordination a. nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and sense organs 1. functions to receive impulses from sensory parts, interpret these impulses, and act on them by causing muscles or glands to respond b. endocrine system consists of glands that secrete h ...
Chapter 1 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and
... thymus, and spleen, drains excess tissue fluid and houses cells of immunity. ...
... thymus, and spleen, drains excess tissue fluid and houses cells of immunity. ...
body organization notes
... Macromolecules are large, biologically important molecules inside cells. Organelles are aggregates of macromolecules used to carry out a specific function in the cell. ...
... Macromolecules are large, biologically important molecules inside cells. Organelles are aggregates of macromolecules used to carry out a specific function in the cell. ...
Anatomical Terminology Power Point
... • Transverse or horizontal (cross section) – divides the body into superior and inferior parts • Oblique section – cuts made diagonally ...
... • Transverse or horizontal (cross section) – divides the body into superior and inferior parts • Oblique section – cuts made diagonally ...
A Tour of the Brain - American Stroke Association
... cerebellum has two halves, similar to the cerebrum. It does not initiate movements, but is responsible for their smooth and balanced execution, for maintaining muscle tension and making movements work together in complex action such as walking. It comprises approximately 10 percent of the brain’s vo ...
... cerebellum has two halves, similar to the cerebrum. It does not initiate movements, but is responsible for their smooth and balanced execution, for maintaining muscle tension and making movements work together in complex action such as walking. It comprises approximately 10 percent of the brain’s vo ...
Chapter 1: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
... 1. Pleura (or pleural membrane) - surrounds the lungs 2. Pericardium (or pericardial membrane) - surrounds the heart 3. Peritoneum (or peritoneal membrane) - surrounds organs within the abdominopelvic cavity *Between the layers of each membrane is a lubricating fluid which is called SEROUS FLUID ...
... 1. Pleura (or pleural membrane) - surrounds the lungs 2. Pericardium (or pericardial membrane) - surrounds the heart 3. Peritoneum (or peritoneal membrane) - surrounds organs within the abdominopelvic cavity *Between the layers of each membrane is a lubricating fluid which is called SEROUS FLUID ...
Chapter 1: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology Essential
... inner layer = VISCERAL layer, covers the surface of organs 1. Pleura (or pleural membrane) - surrounds the lungs 2. Pericardium (or pericardial membrane) - surrounds the heart 3. Peritoneum (or peritoneal membrane) - surrounds organs within the abdominopelvic cavity *Between the layers of each membr ...
... inner layer = VISCERAL layer, covers the surface of organs 1. Pleura (or pleural membrane) - surrounds the lungs 2. Pericardium (or pericardial membrane) - surrounds the heart 3. Peritoneum (or peritoneal membrane) - surrounds organs within the abdominopelvic cavity *Between the layers of each membr ...
Language of Anatomy Lab
... of the front of the chest, nerves, blood and lymph vessels, skin, and connective tissue. The axilla or axillary fossa is the armpit region and is located high on the side of the thorax, where the upper extremity meets the trunk. Important nerves and large blood vessels of the upper extremity pass th ...
... of the front of the chest, nerves, blood and lymph vessels, skin, and connective tissue. The axilla or axillary fossa is the armpit region and is located high on the side of the thorax, where the upper extremity meets the trunk. Important nerves and large blood vessels of the upper extremity pass th ...
12G.Preview.Chapter1.Weekof8.16.10
... • formed by skull – vertebral or spinal canal • contains the spinal cord • formed by vertebral column • Meninges line dorsal body cavity Ventral Body Cavity • Near ventral surface of body • 2 subdivisions – thoracic cavity above diaphragm – abdominopelvic cavity below diaphragm • Diaphragm = large, ...
... • formed by skull – vertebral or spinal canal • contains the spinal cord • formed by vertebral column • Meninges line dorsal body cavity Ventral Body Cavity • Near ventral surface of body • 2 subdivisions – thoracic cavity above diaphragm – abdominopelvic cavity below diaphragm • Diaphragm = large, ...
Chapter 11:
... covers heart Peritoneum - lines abdominal cavity where it forms a double-layered mesentery. ...
... covers heart Peritoneum - lines abdominal cavity where it forms a double-layered mesentery. ...
Organization of the Body
... 1. Right hypochondriac – right lobe of liver, gallbladder 2. Epigastric – right and left lobes of liver, stomach 3. Left hypochondriac – stomach, large intestine 4. Right lumbar – large and small intestine ...
... 1. Right hypochondriac – right lobe of liver, gallbladder 2. Epigastric – right and left lobes of liver, stomach 3. Left hypochondriac – stomach, large intestine 4. Right lumbar – large and small intestine ...
Structural Organization of the Body
... Located within the pelvic girdle. Some authors consider this part of the abdominal cavity. May refer the collective space as the abdominopelvic cavity. Contains portions of the large and small intestine, the rectum, urinary bladder, ureters, urethra. In the female, also contains the uterus and vagin ...
... Located within the pelvic girdle. Some authors consider this part of the abdominal cavity. May refer the collective space as the abdominopelvic cavity. Contains portions of the large and small intestine, the rectum, urinary bladder, ureters, urethra. In the female, also contains the uterus and vagin ...
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology
... c. Oxygen (used in releasing energy from nutrients) d. Heat (a by-product of metabolism; its presence governs the rate at which reactions occur) e. Pressure (force required to facilitate movement of air or fluids) ...
... c. Oxygen (used in releasing energy from nutrients) d. Heat (a by-product of metabolism; its presence governs the rate at which reactions occur) e. Pressure (force required to facilitate movement of air or fluids) ...
Ch1.Human.Body.Lecture
... • Fast-acting control system • Controls many body functions • Responds to internal & external changes ...
... • Fast-acting control system • Controls many body functions • Responds to internal & external changes ...
Anatomy and Physiology Chapter #1
... 4. Nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and sense organs. • Receives impulses from sensory parts, interprets these impulses, and acts on them by stimulating muscles or glands. 5. Endocrine system consists of glands that secrete hormones, which regulate metabolism. • Includes pi ...
... 4. Nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and sense organs. • Receives impulses from sensory parts, interprets these impulses, and acts on them by stimulating muscles or glands. 5. Endocrine system consists of glands that secrete hormones, which regulate metabolism. • Includes pi ...
Chapter 1
... Levels of Structural Organization (pp. 2-7) Name the levels of structural organization that make up the human body and explain how they are related. Name the organ systems of the body and briefly state the major functions of each system. Classify by organ system all organs discussed. Identify the or ...
... Levels of Structural Organization (pp. 2-7) Name the levels of structural organization that make up the human body and explain how they are related. Name the organ systems of the body and briefly state the major functions of each system. Classify by organ system all organs discussed. Identify the or ...
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... Proximal – refers to nearest to the point of reference Superficial – on or near the surface ...
... Proximal – refers to nearest to the point of reference Superficial – on or near the surface ...
Head and neck anatomy
This article describes the anatomy of the head and neck of the human body, including the brain, bones, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, glands, nose, mouth, teeth, tongue, and throat.