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Ch.1 Introduction to the Human Body

The Human Body in Health and Illness By: Herlihy

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Abdominopelic CavityPart of the ventral cavity that lies inferior to the diaphragm
Anatomical PositionThe body is standing erect with face forward and arms at the sides palms and toes facing forward
AnatomyBranch of science that studies the structure of the body
Cranial CavityPart of the dorsal cavity that contains the brain
Dorsal CavityBody cavity located toward the back part of the body
Frontal PlaneVertical plane that divides the body into front and back parts
HomeostasisAbility of the body to maintain a constant internal environment
OrgansGroup of tissues that perform a specialized function, such as the lungs
PhysiologyBranch of science that describes how the body works or functions
Sagittal PlaneVertical plane that divides the organ or body into right and left parts
Thoracic CavityUpper part of the ventral cavity superior to the diaphragm
Transverse PlanePlane that divides the body into a top and bottom part
Ventral CavityCavity located toward the front part of the body divided by the diaphram into the upper thoracic cavity and lower abdominopelvic cavity
VisceraInternal organs of the body


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