Anatomy and Physiology Midterm Review

Front

What is the function of the nervous system?

Back

Send and receive messages to respond to a change in an organism's environment.

Front

What type of muscle has intercalated disks?

Back

Cardiac muscle.

Front

List the levels of structure in a human being starting with the smallest level.

Back

Atoms/Molecules -> Cells -> Tissues -> Organs -> Organ Systems -> Organism.

Front

What is a crossbridge in muscle contraction?

Back

Where myosin binds to actin.

Front

What body cavity contains the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and kidneys?

Back

Abdominal cavity.

Front

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

Back

Support and protect the body, and facilitate movement.

Front

Define homeostasis.

Back

The maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism.

Front

What is the role of the respiratory system?

Back

To bring oxygen into the body and remove carbon dioxide.

Front

What are the main components of the circulatory system?

Back

Heart, blood vessels, and blood.

Front

What is the function of the digestive system?

Back

To break down food into nutrients for the body.