PBS Activity 1.2.4 Histology

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What is an organ system?

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An organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform complex functions necessary for the survival of an organism.

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What is a gross examination?

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A gross examination is the process of using the bare eyes to examine whole organs or specimens without the aid of a microscope.

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Who conducts a gross exam?

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A medical examiner conducts a gross exam, often in the context of forensic pathology.

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What part of the brain is responsible for coordination, pleasure, attention, and fear?

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The frontal lobe is responsible for these functions and is the last to develop in adolescence.

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Which organ is composed of nervous tissue?

Back

The brain is composed of nervous tissue.

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Define histology.

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Histology is the study of the microscopic structure of tissues.

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What is the primary function of the nervous system?

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The primary function of the nervous system is to transmit signals between different parts of the body and coordinate responses.

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What is the difference between an organ and a tissue?

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An organ is a structure made up of different types of tissues that work together to perform specific functions, while a tissue is a group of similar cells that perform a common function.

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What is the role of a pathologist?

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A pathologist is a medical doctor who diagnoses diseases by examining tissues, cells, and organs.

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What is the significance of the frontal lobe in adolescents?

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The frontal lobe is significant in adolescents as it is involved in decision-making, impulse control, and emotional regulation, and it is the last brain region to mature.