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CHAPTER 17 OF MOSBY'S CANADIAN TEXTBOOK FOR THE SUPPORT
WORKERS EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Terms in this set (114)
Anatomy the structure or parts, taken as a whole
Physiology the study of how the body and its parts work or function
Basic unit of life, they have the same basic structure(physical appearance), but
Cells
function, size and shape of the cell may be different.
What do cells need to survive? Nutrients, Water and Oxygen.
cell membrane A cell structure that controls which substances can enter or leave the cell.
Nucleus Control center of the cell
Cytoplasm Fluid that supports the cell's internal structure including the nucleus.
Organelles Small structure within the cells that work together to perform cell function.
Threadlike structures within the nucleus that carry the cells instructions that direct
Chromosomes/Deoxyribonucleic Acid
all cell process.
How many Deoxyribonucleic Acid/ DNA 46 Chromosomes
does a human being have
They determine the physical and chemical traits inherited by children form their
Genes
parents.
They are physical or chemical traits that are inherited by parents which include
Inherited traits
height, eye, colour, skin colour and many more other physical characteristics.
How do cells reproduce? by dividing into half to form a new cell.
What is the process of cell division? mitosis
Cell division that generates new cells for growth and repair. The division of one
What is mitosis?
cell into two genetically identical daughter cells
How does Deoxyribonucleic They are pulled apart, and then the cells divide so that each new cell is identical
Acid function? with 46 Deoxyribonucleic Acid.
Tissues A group of cells that are similar to structure and function.
How many types of body tissues does the 4
body have?
Name the four types of tissues within Epithelial Tissue, Connective Tissue, Muscle Tissue, Nerve Tissue.
a human body.
Epithelial Tissue and the function of covers internal and external body surfaces. It's function is to protect, absorb,
this tissue. secretes and filtration.
It is classified according to the shape of the cells and the number of layer within
How is epithelial classified?
each.
It forms a thin layer of the skin that lines the cavities that are open to the outside in
How is epithelial tissue formed?
the nose, mouth,respiratory tract, stomach, urethra, vagina, and intestines.
It survives by depending on the blood supply of the underlying connective tissue
How does the epithelial tissue survive?
for nourishment.
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Can epithelial tissue repair and replace True
itself and does it have perceived sensors
such as pain and pressure?
It holds, connects, and supports other body tissues. It is found in every part of the
connective tissue
body.
They are called connective tissue proper and they are made up of loose irregular
What are the type of connective tissues
cells in a thickened fluid base or of dense irregular tissues such as joints
called and what are they made up of?
capsules, and specialized connective tissues
What are the the six types of connective Adipose tissue, Dense fibrous, Cartilage tissue, Boone tissue, blood and lymph.
tissues?
Supplies energy to surrounding cells, aids in body temperature regulation, acts
Adipose tissue
as both cushions and a support to surrounding structures.
Connective tissues such as tendons ( muscles to bones) and Ligaments( bones to
Dense Fibrous
bones to support the joints).
Connective tissues which supports, protects and cushions joints and provides
Cartilage Tissue
framework.
Bone tissue Protects organs such as the brain and supports the weight of the body for moving.
Transports nutrients, hormones, and respiratory gases such as O2(g) and CO2(g)
Blood Tissue
and waste materials.
Lymph Tissue It drains interstitial fluids and is involved in the body's immune response.
Muscle Tissue It is responsible for almost all body movements through contraction.
Is the major tissue of the nervous system. Main component of the brain, spinal
Nerve Tissue cord, and all nerves in the body. Responsible for relaying information to and from
the brain and throughout the body.
They are structures made of different tissues that are arranged to perform
What are organs?
specialized function. It can perform one or more functions.
Name some examples of an Organ. The heart, brain, liver, lungs, kidney and skin.
Where are organs usually located? They are usually locate in the cavities.
What are the two major places where The dorsal cavity and the ventral cavity.
cavities are located?
Describe the Dorsal cavity. The dorsal cavity has two cavities which are the cranial cavity and the spinal cavity.
Describe the Ventral Cavity. It too consists of the thoracic cavity, the abdominal cavity and the pelvic cavity.
What are organ systems? They are formed by organs that work together to perform a special function.
The steady or stable internal environment maintained when all organ system in
What is homeostasis?
the human system work together and are balanced.
Give an example of a homeostasis If the external temperature drops, our bodies start to shiver and this action creates
balance. warmth and helps keep our internal temperature at the normal level.
Integumentary, Musculo-skeletal, Nervous, Circulatory, respiratory, digestive,
Name the major Organ Systems.
urinary, reproductive, endocrine, and immune.
It consists of the skin and its appendages which are the hair, nails, sweat and oil
What is the integumentary system?
glands.
A group of cells that produces and secretes a substance. Gland in our skin
What are glands?
produce and secrete sweat and oil.
Is the Integumentary the largest organ Yes it is.
system.
What does Integument mean? It means covering.
It is the body's natural covering, and it consists of all four types of tissues
What is the skin?
working together. The Epithelial tissue, Connective tissue, Nerve tissue and
Muscle tissue.
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CHAPTER 17 OF MOSBY'S CANADIAN TEXTBOOK FOR THE SUPPORT
WORKERS EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Terms in this set (114)
Anatomy the structure or parts, taken as a whole
Physiology the study of how the body and its parts work or function
Basic unit of life, they have the same basic structure(physical appearance), but
Cells
function, size and shape of the cell may be different.
What do cells need to survive? Nutrients, Water and Oxygen.
cell membrane A cell structure that controls which substances can enter or leave the cell.
Nucleus Control center of the cell
Cytoplasm Fluid that supports the cell's internal structure including the nucleus.
Organelles Small structure within the cells that work together to perform cell function.
Threadlike structures within the nucleus that carry the cells instructions that direct
Chromosomes/Deoxyribonucleic Acid
all cell process.
How many Deoxyribonucleic Acid/ DNA 46 Chromosomes
does a human being have
They determine the physical and chemical traits inherited by children form their
Genes
parents.
They are physical or chemical traits that are inherited by parents which include
Inherited traits
height, eye, colour, skin colour and many more other physical characteristics.
How do cells reproduce? by dividing into half to form a new cell.
What is the process of cell division? mitosis
Cell division that generates new cells for growth and repair. The division of one
What is mitosis?
cell into two genetically identical daughter cells
How does Deoxyribonucleic They are pulled apart, and then the cells divide so that each new cell is identical
Acid function? with 46 Deoxyribonucleic Acid.
Tissues A group of cells that are similar to structure and function.
How many types of body tissues does the 4
body have?
Name the four types of tissues within Epithelial Tissue, Connective Tissue, Muscle Tissue, Nerve Tissue.
a human body.
Epithelial Tissue and the function of covers internal and external body surfaces. It's function is to protect, absorb,
this tissue. secretes and filtration.
It is classified according to the shape of the cells and the number of layer within
How is epithelial classified?
each.
It forms a thin layer of the skin that lines the cavities that are open to the outside in
How is epithelial tissue formed?
the nose, mouth,respiratory tract, stomach, urethra, vagina, and intestines.
It survives by depending on the blood supply of the underlying connective tissue
How does the epithelial tissue survive?
for nourishment.
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, 3/30/25, 8:39 CHAPTER 17 OF MOSBY'S CANADIAN TEXTBOOK FOR THE SUPPORT WORKERS |
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Can epithelial tissue repair and replace True
itself and does it have perceived sensors
such as pain and pressure?
It holds, connects, and supports other body tissues. It is found in every part of the
connective tissue
body.
They are called connective tissue proper and they are made up of loose irregular
What are the type of connective tissues
cells in a thickened fluid base or of dense irregular tissues such as joints
called and what are they made up of?
capsules, and specialized connective tissues
What are the the six types of connective Adipose tissue, Dense fibrous, Cartilage tissue, Boone tissue, blood and lymph.
tissues?
Supplies energy to surrounding cells, aids in body temperature regulation, acts
Adipose tissue
as both cushions and a support to surrounding structures.
Connective tissues such as tendons ( muscles to bones) and Ligaments( bones to
Dense Fibrous
bones to support the joints).
Connective tissues which supports, protects and cushions joints and provides
Cartilage Tissue
framework.
Bone tissue Protects organs such as the brain and supports the weight of the body for moving.
Transports nutrients, hormones, and respiratory gases such as O2(g) and CO2(g)
Blood Tissue
and waste materials.
Lymph Tissue It drains interstitial fluids and is involved in the body's immune response.
Muscle Tissue It is responsible for almost all body movements through contraction.
Is the major tissue of the nervous system. Main component of the brain, spinal
Nerve Tissue cord, and all nerves in the body. Responsible for relaying information to and from
the brain and throughout the body.
They are structures made of different tissues that are arranged to perform
What are organs?
specialized function. It can perform one or more functions.
Name some examples of an Organ. The heart, brain, liver, lungs, kidney and skin.
Where are organs usually located? They are usually locate in the cavities.
What are the two major places where The dorsal cavity and the ventral cavity.
cavities are located?
Describe the Dorsal cavity. The dorsal cavity has two cavities which are the cranial cavity and the spinal cavity.
Describe the Ventral Cavity. It too consists of the thoracic cavity, the abdominal cavity and the pelvic cavity.
What are organ systems? They are formed by organs that work together to perform a special function.
The steady or stable internal environment maintained when all organ system in
What is homeostasis?
the human system work together and are balanced.
Give an example of a homeostasis If the external temperature drops, our bodies start to shiver and this action creates
balance. warmth and helps keep our internal temperature at the normal level.
Integumentary, Musculo-skeletal, Nervous, Circulatory, respiratory, digestive,
Name the major Organ Systems.
urinary, reproductive, endocrine, and immune.
It consists of the skin and its appendages which are the hair, nails, sweat and oil
What is the integumentary system?
glands.
A group of cells that produces and secretes a substance. Gland in our skin
What are glands?
produce and secrete sweat and oil.
Is the Integumentary the largest organ Yes it is.
system.
What does Integument mean? It means covering.
It is the body's natural covering, and it consists of all four types of tissues
What is the skin?
working together. The Epithelial tissue, Connective tissue, Nerve tissue and
Muscle tissue.
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