Intro to A&P

Front

What does the posterior body cavity contain?

Back

The posterior body cavity contains the spinal and cranial cavities.

Front

List the levels of organization in the human body from least complex to most complex.

Back

Cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and organism.

Front

What is the anatomical term for the position of the elbow relative to the hand?

Back

Proximal.

Front

Which body part is considered medial?

Back

Nose.

Front

What does physiology mean?

Back

The study of how living things work.

Front

What is the definition of anatomy?

Back

The study of the structure and form of living things.

Front

What is the difference between the thoracic and abdominal cavities?

Back

The thoracic cavity is located above the diaphragm and contains the heart and lungs, while the abdominal cavity is below the diaphragm and contains digestive organs.

Front

What is the function of the spinal cavity?

Back

The spinal cavity houses the spinal cord and protects it.

Front

Define the term 'superior' in anatomical terms.

Back

Superior refers to a position above or higher than another part of the body.

Front

Define the term 'distal' in anatomical terms.

Back

Distal refers to a position farther from the point of attachment or the trunk of the body.