Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology

Front

Anatomy

Back

Study of body structure and parts

Front

Physiology

Back

Study of body functions and interactions

Front

Levels of Organization

Back

Atoms, molecules, cells, tissues, organs, systems, organisms

Front

Characteristics of Life

Back

Growth, reproduction, responsiveness, movement, metabolism

Front

Homeostasis

Back

Stable internal environment

Front

Negative Feedback

Back

Corrects deviations from set point

Front

Positive Feedback

Back

Moves conditions away from normal range

Front

Body Cavities

Back

Axial and appendicular portions

Front

Cranial Cavity

Back

Houses the brain

Front

Thoracic Cavity

Back

Contains heart and lungs