Human Anatomy 1st Semester Midterm

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What is the purpose of heart valves?

Back

The purpose of heart valves is to prevent blood from backflowing/going in the wrong direction.

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What anatomical plane is referred to as the coronal plane?

Back

The coronal plane divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) sections.

Front

What is the sagittal plane?

Back

The sagittal plane divides the body into right and left sides.

Front

What system is responsible for transporting oxygen, nutrients, and waste in the body?

Back

The circulatory system is responsible for transporting oxygen, nutrients, and waste through the body.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

Homeostasis is the body's process of maintaining balanced conditions.

Front

What is the function of the respiratory system?

Back

The respiratory system is responsible for the exchange of gases, primarily oxygen and carbon dioxide.

Front

What is the role of the digestive system?

Back

The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients that the body can use.

Front

What is the anatomical position?

Back

The anatomical position is a standard position of the body used as a reference point, where the body stands upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.

Front

What is the difference between the axial and appendicular skeleton?

Back

The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, while the appendicular skeleton includes the limbs and pelvic girdle.

Front

What is the function of the immune system?

Back

The immune system protects the body against infections and diseases.