Biology 2404 A&P Basics                  Lecture Quiz                            Dr. Weis

                                                Body Orientation and Chemistry

1. Define anatomy and physiology and their relationship.

2. Define homeostasis and the three components that form the control mechanisms.

3. Define atom and name & describe its parts.

4. Define chemical bond and give two examples.

5. Define feedback mechanisms and name the two types.

6. For organic compounds, give the function of the following:

            a) proteins

            b) triglycerides

            c) monsaccharides

            d) cholesterol

            e) high energy compounds

            f) nucleic acids

7. Define pH; give the scale, and how buffer systems affect pH.

8. Define body cavity; name the two major divisions and their subdivisions.

9. Define energy and matter and explain their relationship.

10. Give an example of the following:

            a) body plane

            b) element

            c) mineral

            d) vitamin

            e) acid

            f) base

            g) system

            h) body region or landmark

            i) chemical reaction

            j) salt

Extra Credit:

Name the levels of organization from smallest to largest.