Chapter 2 Crossword Puzzle

2. the lower part of the body
9. specialized epithelial tissue that forms the epidermis of the skin and the surface layer of mucous membranes
11. head or crown, also known as the frontal plane
13. located within the skull, protects the brain
14. the abdominal and pelvic cavities together
16. a group of specialized epithelial cells that form secretions
17. secrete hormones and do not have ducts (hormones flow directly into the bloodstream)
22. located on the sides over the hipbones
23. the study of the structures of the body
24. maintaining a constant internal environment

1. secrete their chemical substances into ducts that lead either to other organs or out of the body (sweat glands)
3. fat, provides protective padding ad insulation
4. support and connect organs and other body tissues
5. the superior portion of the abdominopelvic cavity
6. located on the sides (right & left) and are covered by the lower ribs
7. located below the stomach
8. standing so the body is erect, facing forward, arms at sides and hands turned with the palms toward the front
10. lowermost, below or toward the feet
12. situated farthest from the midline or beginning of a body structure
15. toward the head
18. the body cavity that runs the whole back of the body
19. a space within the body that contains and protects the internal organs
20. situated in the front
21. the back of the body or organ