Anatomy and Physiology
Across
- 1. Structures that close a passage, or permit flow in one direction only
- 4. Regulates calcium and phosphorus levels so the nervous systems can function properly
- 6. Causes forehead wrinkles
- 8. Draws scalp backward
- 10. System that regulates temperature and produces vitamin D
- 12. 80% water
- 13. Flat bone that forms the ventral (front) support of the ribs
- 14. The process of cell reproduction
- 15. Bending forward
- 19. This system is the physical foundation of the body
- 21. This bone forms back of skull above nape
- 22. Contribute to the blood clotting process, stops bleeding
Down
- 2. Glands that affect the growth, development, sexual activities, and health of the body
- 3. Substance of which the cells of all living things are composed
- 5. Secretes enzyme cells that digest carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
- 6. This bone forms the forehead
- 7. The system responsible for coordinating all the many activities performed by the body
- 9. A liquid composed of changing components in the interstitial fluid, dispersing white blood cells and nutrrients, as well as absorbing toxins and waste
- 11. The complex chemical process taking place in living organisms; converts nutrients to energy and eliminates waste
- 16. This system protects body from disease by developing resistances and destroying disease-causing toxins
- 17. The secretions the endocrine glands release directly into the bloodstream and influence the welfare of the entire body
- 18. Fluid part of the blood, and is about 80% water
- 20. The study of tiny structures found in living tissues