Biology 2401                Lecture Review Sheet   Chapter 1         Dr. Weis                    

1. Define anatomy and physiology and how they relate to each other

2. List and define the organization of the body (smallest to largest and vice versa)

3. Define homeostasis and describe how the body communicates (organ systems and methods)

4. Describe both feedback mechanisms and give a specific example of each

5. Describe the human anatomical reference position

6. Know ALL the body planes and the associated directional terms

7. Know how the body planes are used : imaging, abdominal divisions, body cavities

8.  Be able to name or give examples of other important reference terms (your choice)

9. Define body cavities, explain the differences and the contents of closed vs. open,
their membrane linings with regards to structural types and specific names of these membranes
Know examples of open body cavities and the subdivisions of closed body cavities

10.  Name two problems associated with homeostasis / feedback mechanisms and how they might be treated or corrected.