Define anatomy and explain the importance of understanding the relationship between structure and function. Define physiology and state two major goals of physiology. Describe six levels of organization of the body, and give the major characteristics of each level.

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Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation
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  1. Define anatomy and explain the importance of understanding the relationship between structure and function.
  2. Define physiology and state two major goals of physiology.
  3. Describe six levels of organization of the body, and give the major characteristics of each level.
  4. List 11 organ systems and give the major functions of each.
  5. List six characteristics of life.
  6. Define homeostasis and explain why it is important.
  7. Diagram a negative-feedback mechanism and a positive-feedback mechanism, and describe their relationships to homeostasis.
  8. Describe a person in the anatomic position.
  9. Define the directional terms for the human body, and use them to locate specific body structure.
  10. Define the parts and regions of the body.
  11. Name and describe the three major planes of the body and an organ.
  12. Describe the major trunk cavities.
  13. Describe the serous membrane, and give their functions.
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