Human Anatomy and Physiology M1L4-6

Responsible for structural support and movement through contraction.

• Skeletal System

• Nervous System

• Muscular System

• Circulatory System

Extends vertically, but it is perpendicular to the sagittal plane; divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) portions.

• Frontal (or Coronal) Plane

• Transverse Plane

• Sagittal Plane

• Oblique Plane

A position closer to the surface of the body.

• Deep

• Superficial

• Internal

• Peripheral

Above or higher than another body part.

• Inferior/Caudal

• Lateral

• Superior/Cranial

• Medial

Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients.

• Respiratory System

• Circulatory System

• Digestive System

• Nervous System

Located on either side of the upper chest and exchanges oxygen/carbon dioxide with the blood.

• Heart

• Lungs

• Kidneys

• Liver

Helps the body fight infections by attacking germs and keeping a record/memory with antibodies.

• Nervous System

• Digestive System

• Immune System

• Circulatory System

Made up of glands that secrete hormones which control body functions such as metabolism, growth, and sexual development.

• Nervous System

• Endocrine System

• Digestive System

• Circulatory System

Located on the right side of the abdomen and filters blood, secretes bile for digestion, and produces proteins for blood clotting.

• Liver

• Kidney

• Pancreas

• Spleen

Feedback serves to reduce an excessive response and keep a variable within the normal range.

• Positive Feedback Loop

• Negative Feedback Loop

• Feedback Mechanism

• Homeostasis