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PSW - BODY SYSTEMS EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Practice questions for this set
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Point at which two or more bones meet
Select the correct term
1Tissue 2Ligaments
3Bone Marrow 4Joint
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Terms in this set (103)
Cell Basic functional unit of the body
Tissue Groups of cells with similar functions
Organs Groups of tissues that work together to perform special functions
Prevents micro-organisms and other substances from entering the body and it
The Integumentary system
prevents large amounts of water from leaving the body
What does the integumentary system Skin
largely consist of
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Second layer of skin Dermis
Made up of connective tissue, blood vessels, nerves, sweat and oil glands and
Dermis
hair roots. The inner layer
First layer of skin Epidermis
The Epidermis Contains living (which contain pigment) and dead cells - outer layer
Long
Short
4 types of bones
Flat
Irregular
Long bones Bear the weight of the body - found in arms and legs like the Femur
Allow skill and ease in movement and are cubed shape - examples - wrist, ankles,
Short bones
fingers and toes
Flat Bones Protect the organs examples - scapula, the skull, pelvic bones
Allow various degree of movement and flexibility and also bear some weight.
Irregular bones
Examples vertebrae in the spine
Bone Marrow Found inside bones and produces blood cells
Joint Point at which two or more bones meet
Ligaments Strong bands of connective tissues that hold bones together at the joint
Breast Bone Sternum
Shoulder blade Scapula
Kneecap Patella
Jaw Mandible
Ankle bone Tarsals
Wrist bone Carpals
Fingers and toes Phalanges
Shin bone Tibia
Provides the framework for the body and allows it to move. It also protects and
The musculoskeletal system
gives the body shape
The Nervous system Controls, directs, and coordinates all body functions
2 divisions of the nervous system The central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system
The central nervous system (CNS) Consists of the brain and spinal cord
The peripheral nervous system Involves the nerves throughout the entire body
Cerebrum
3 main parts of the brain Cerebellum
Brainstem
Cerebrum The largest part of the brain and is the center of thought and intelligence
Cerebellum Regulates and coordinates body movement and regulates balance
Connects the cerebrum to the spinal cord and relays messages between the
Brain stem
medulla and cerebrum
Meninges Layers of connective tissue that cover and protect the brain and spinal cord
Dura mater
3 layers of meninges Arachnoid
Pia mater
The outer layer maninge Dura mater
The middle layer maninge Arachnoid
The inner layer maninge Pia mater
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PSW - BODY SYSTEMS EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
Practice questions for this set
Learn 1/7 Study using Learn
Point at which two or more bones meet
Select the correct term
1Tissue 2Ligaments
3Bone Marrow 4Joint
Don't know?
Terms in this set (103)
Cell Basic functional unit of the body
Tissue Groups of cells with similar functions
Organs Groups of tissues that work together to perform special functions
Prevents micro-organisms and other substances from entering the body and it
The Integumentary system
prevents large amounts of water from leaving the body
What does the integumentary system Skin
largely consist of
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Second layer of skin Dermis
Made up of connective tissue, blood vessels, nerves, sweat and oil glands and
Dermis
hair roots. The inner layer
First layer of skin Epidermis
The Epidermis Contains living (which contain pigment) and dead cells - outer layer
Long
Short
4 types of bones
Flat
Irregular
Long bones Bear the weight of the body - found in arms and legs like the Femur
Allow skill and ease in movement and are cubed shape - examples - wrist, ankles,
Short bones
fingers and toes
Flat Bones Protect the organs examples - scapula, the skull, pelvic bones
Allow various degree of movement and flexibility and also bear some weight.
Irregular bones
Examples vertebrae in the spine
Bone Marrow Found inside bones and produces blood cells
Joint Point at which two or more bones meet
Ligaments Strong bands of connective tissues that hold bones together at the joint
Breast Bone Sternum
Shoulder blade Scapula
Kneecap Patella
Jaw Mandible
Ankle bone Tarsals
Wrist bone Carpals
Fingers and toes Phalanges
Shin bone Tibia
Provides the framework for the body and allows it to move. It also protects and
The musculoskeletal system
gives the body shape
The Nervous system Controls, directs, and coordinates all body functions
2 divisions of the nervous system The central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system
The central nervous system (CNS) Consists of the brain and spinal cord
The peripheral nervous system Involves the nerves throughout the entire body
Cerebrum
3 main parts of the brain Cerebellum
Brainstem
Cerebrum The largest part of the brain and is the center of thought and intelligence
Cerebellum Regulates and coordinates body movement and regulates balance
Connects the cerebrum to the spinal cord and relays messages between the
Brain stem
medulla and cerebrum
Meninges Layers of connective tissue that cover and protect the brain and spinal cord
Dura mater
3 layers of meninges Arachnoid
Pia mater
The outer layer maninge Dura mater
The middle layer maninge Arachnoid
The inner layer maninge Pia mater
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