Anatomy Unit 1 key terms

1. Refers to the back of the body in anatomical position.
4. A state in which the body maintains a relatively constant and stable internal environment.
6. A positon of the body lying flat on one’s back with their face facing upward.
8. Toward the head of an organism.
11. Toward the middle or midline of the body.
13. A location closer to the point of attachment on the body.
16. The study of the functions of the human body.
19. A collection of similar cells, that work together to perform a specific function.
20. Towards the top of the body.
22. Nearer the front of the body.
23. An organisms ability to evolve or be modified to better survive in its environment.

2. A collection of tissues that are jointed in a structural unit to serve a common function.
3. Toward the back of the body.
5. Below or toward the feet.
7. Further away from the midline of the body.
9. The branch of science concerned with the structure of the body of living organisms.
10. Refers to structures that are located further away from the surface of the body.
12. Farther away from the point of attachment on the body.
14. The study of the composition, function and organization of tissues within the body.
15. The study of the structure, function and behavior of cells.
16. Body position where a person lies face down.
17. The front or belly side of an organism.
18. The chemical processes taking place in the human body to maintain life.
21. Toward the tail or hind part of an organism.