Front

What is the dorsal body cavity?

Back

The dorsal body cavity is the space that houses the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.

Front

What does it mean for muscles to be deep to the skin?

Back

It means that the muscles are located beneath the skin, further away from the surface of the body.

Front

What is the correct order of the components in a reflex arc?

Back

Stimulus, Receptor, Input, Afferent Pathway, Control Center, Output, Efferent Pathway, Response.

Front

What is the difference between anatomy and physiology?

Back

Anatomy is the study of the structure and shape of the body and its parts, while physiology is the study of how those parts function.

Front

Where is the heart located in relation to the diaphragm?

Back

The heart is located superior to the diaphragm.

Front

What is the function of the cranial cavity?

Back

The cranial cavity houses and protects the brain.

Front

What does 'superficial' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Superficial refers to structures that are closer to the surface of the body.

Front

What is the role of the control center in a feedback loop?

Back

The control center processes information from the receptor and determines the appropriate response.

Front

Define 'medial' in anatomical terms.

Back

Medial refers to a position that is closer to the midline of the body.

Front

What is the significance of the efferent pathway in a reflex arc?

Back

The efferent pathway carries signals away from the control center to the effectors (muscles or glands) to produce a response.