Chapter 1 Review
Introduction to the Human Body
I.
Levels of Organization (pp. 3-4)
Arrange the following structures in increasing levels of complexity: atoms, organ systems, organelles,
organism, organs, macromolecules, cells, tissues, molecules.
II.
Characteristics of Life (pp. 4-5)
What is metabolism?
III.
Maintenance of Life (pp. 5-8)
Define homeostasis.
How is body temperature maintained at 37°C?
Describe negative and positive feedback mechanisms. Give examples of each. Include the functions of
receptors, effectors, and set point (control center).
IV.
Organization of the Human Body (pp. 8-14)
List the smaller cavities and contents of the thoracic cavity.
List the smaller cavities and contents of the abdominopelvic cavity.
V.
Anatomical Terminology (pp. 14-17)
Using the illustration below, specify the terms that describe the relationship of one point on the body to
another.
Point (a) in relation to point (d). _______________________________________________________
Point (f) in relation to point (h). _______________________________________________________
Point (g) in relation to point (i). _______________________________________________________
Point (l) in relation to point (j). _______________________________________________________
Point (i) in relation to point (g). _______________________________________________________
Point (c) in relation to point (a). _______________________________________________________
On the illustration above, perform the following exercises:
a. Draw a solid line through the drawing to indicate a midsagittal section.
b. Draw a dashed line through the drawing to indicate a transverse section.
c. Locate and label the following body parts: antebrachial, antecubital, axillary, brachial, buccal,
cervical, inguinal, mammary, palmar, pectoral, crural, digital, otic, nasal, umbilical, frontal