Anatomy Unit One Test Review

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What is anatomy?

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Anatomy is the branch of biology that deals with the structure of organisms and their parts.

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What is physiology?

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Physiology is the branch of biology that deals with the functions and processes of living organisms and their parts.

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What is the dorsal cavity?

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The dorsal cavity is the space within the body that houses the brain and spinal cord.

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What is an example of maintaining boundaries in living organisms?

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An example is bacteria being unable to penetrate your skin.

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What is a tissue?

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A tissue is a group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function.

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What is simple diffusion?

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Simple diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What are the main components of the dorsal cavity?

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The main components are the brain and spinal cord.

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What is the relationship between cells, tissues, organs, and systems?

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Cells form tissues, tissues form organs, and organs work together in systems.

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What is the function of skeletal muscles?

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Skeletal muscles enable movement by contracting and pulling on bones.

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What is an organ?

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An organ is a structure composed of two or more types of tissues that work together to perform specific functions.