A&P Semester 1 review

Front

What organelle helps maintain homeostasis by controlling what substances may enter or leave cells?

Back

Cell membrane

Front

What is hematopoiesis?

Back

The formation of blood cells

Front

What term describes a position above or higher than another part of the body?

Back

Superior

Front

What is the outermost layer of skin called?

Back

Epidermis

Front

Which body membrane surrounds the entire body?

Back

Cutaneous

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To regulate the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Front

What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

To store genetic information and control cellular activities.

Front

What is the difference between the dermis and epidermis?

Back

The epidermis is the outer layer of skin, while the dermis is the inner layer that contains connective tissue.

Front

What does the term 'anterior' refer to in anatomical position?

Back

The front side of the body.

Front

What is the function of vacuoles in cells?

Back

To store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure.