artery
A blood vessel that takes oxygen-rich blood away from the heart.
cell
The basic structural unit of the body.
conception
The beginning of life, the beginning of pregnancy.
contract
The fluid-like substance contained within the cell membrane.
DNA
Acronym for deoxyribonucleic acid; the genetic "blueprint" that determines the cell's purpose and function.
electrical impulse
A sudden surge of energy in one direction.
fertilization
The union of the male gamete (sperm cell) and the female gamete (egg cell).
gland
An organ or group of cells that secretes a chemical substance of the body.
hormone
A chemical substance produced by the glands of the endocrine system in order to control specific tissues and organs.
involuntary
Not controlled by will.
melanin
The pigmentation in the skin that is brown to dark-brown in color.
nucleus
The organelle within a cell that functions as its brain, regulating its production of protein.
organ
A group of tissues that works together to perform a specified bodily function.
organelle
A structure that performs a specific function within a cell; nucleus.
pulmonary
Having to do with the lungs.
system
Organs working together to perform a specific bodily function.
systemic
Having to do with the entire body.
tissue
A group of cells that have the same purpose.
voluntary
Controlled by will.
Genesis 1:1 says that "In the beginning, God created:
Heaven and earth
Why is the study of health important to the Christian?
Caring for our health is a fulfillment of God's cultural mandate to mankind to rule and care for the Creation.
Select all that apply.
In what ways listed in the text was the Garden of Eden a picture of perfect health?
spiritually
emotionally
physically
socially
environmentall
Why should we practice good health habits?
Because our bodies are healthy so that we won't get sick. To have a healthy body is to obey God.
What were two of the results of Adam's disobedience to God?
The ground was cursed.
Their bodies were cursed.
organs working together to perform a specific bodily function
System
a structure that performs a specific function within a cell
Organelle
the genetic "blueprint" that determines the cell's purpose and function
DNA
the organelle within a cell that functions as its brain, regulating its production of protein
Nucleus
a group of cells that have the same purpose
Tissue
the basic structural unit of the body
Cell
a group of tissues that works together to perform a specified bodily function
Organ
The heart is the basic structural unit of the body.
True
Cytoplasm contains information that determines a cell's purpose and function.
False
Epithelial tissue is designed to regulate temperature, secrete lubricants, and protect the body from harmful substances.
True
Muscular tissue sends messages from the brain to the rest of the body.
False
The nucleus is the organelle within a cell that functions as its brain.
True
Muscular tissues work together to form muscles.
True
Connective tissues connect the parts of the body.
True
Organs are comprised of tissues that work together to perform a specific bodily function.
True
chamber
A space or room within the heart.
What is the main purpose of the nervous system?
To gather, store and respond.
The nervous system is made up of the central and ? nervous systems.
Peripheral.
What are the two main organs of the CNS?
The two main organs of the CNS are the brain and spinal cord.
What is the purpose of the CNS?
The CNS transports information from the brain to the body.
What is the function of the peripheral nervous system?
The peripheral links the CNS to the rest of the body.
In what form does a neuron transmit information?
The neuron transmit information in the form of an electric impulse.
What part of the nervous system controls your organs?
The autonomic nervous system controls your organs.
What is the function of the somatic nervous system?
The somatic nervous system sends signals to muscles that are controlled voluntarily.
?blood cells bring oxygen to cells and take carbon dioxide away.
Red
The circulatory system is divided into two main parts, the ?circulation and the pulmonary circulation.
Systemic
The ? is the main organ of the circulatory system.
heart
The? circulation brings carbon dioxide-filled blood to the lungs.
pulmonary
The? is the body's main artery.
aorta
The human heart is divided into ?chambers.
four
The left side of the heart performs the? circulation.
Systemic
The ? circulation disperses oxygen-rich blood throughout the body.
Systemic
? transfer waste-filled blood from tissues into the pulmonary circulation.
capillaries
Carbon dioxide is removed from the bloodstream by the
lungs
? means controlled by will.
voluntary
means not controlled by will.
Involuntary
The respiratory system works with the ____________ system to add oxygen to the blood and remove carbon dioxide from the body.
circulatory
The main organ of the respiratory system is the
lungs
As air passes through the nose, it is? and cleaned.
warmed
The ____________________ prevents food or liquids from getting into the lungs.
larynx
Air is passed from the trachea into the lungs through two large tubes called
bronchi
?are tiny air sacs through which oxygen and carbon dioxide pass in and out of the bloodstream.
alveoli
Exhalation removes more from the body than inhalation brought in.
carbon dioxide
Exhalation occurs when the ________________ relaxes, causing the lungs to contract.
diaphragm
There are 206 tendons that make up the skeletal system.
False
The only function of the skeletal system is to provide the body with a framework.
False
The axial skeleton protects the body's vital organs.
True
The appendicular skeleton consists of the skull, spine, ribs, and sternum.
False(perpendicular)
Movements occur when the appendicular skeleton works independently of the muscular system.
False(perpendicular)
The muscular system is composed of approximately ?skeletal muscles.
600
Skeletal muscles are controlled .
voluntarily
? muscles move without conscious control.
involuntarily
Select all that apply.
Types of involuntary muscles:
smooth
skeletal
Skeletal and smooth muscles move when nerve impulses, sent from the ?, stimulate the muscle fibers, telling them to either contract or relax.v
Central Nervous System.
The ___________ system prepares food for absorption into the bloodstream.
digestive
The glands in the mouth secrete enzymes which help prepare the food for digestion in the stomach.
salivary
After the food has been chewed and lubricated, it is pushed by the tongue into the___________.
pharynx
The pharynx forms the food substance into balls and then pushes it into the .
esophagus
While in the , food is broken down by powerful acids and turned into chyme.
stomach
The ___________ secretes salts, acids, and enzymes, which continue the breakdown of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.
small intestine
Nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream through small finger-like nodules on the wall of the intestines called
villi
The remaining amounts of water, vitamins, and minerals are absorbed in the
large intestine
The undigested substances are passed out of the body through the
anus
The main organs of the excretory system are the
kidneys
The ?channels the waste-filled blood to the excretory system.
rental artery
The remove excess water, salts, uric acids, and chemicals from the blood.
kidneys
The stores the waste until it is ready to be expelled from the body.
urinary bladder
The excrete(s) excess salts and water.
sweat glands
The system regulates the body's metabolism, growth, and functions of the sexual organs.
endocrine
The endocrine system consists of ?that secrete? into the bloodstream.
glands, hormones
The gland controls and regulates all other glands, and it secretes growth hormones.
pituitary
The integumentary system protects the body and internal organs from:
sunlight
bacteria
injury
The _____ is the outer layer of the skin, which makes the body water-proof, gives it color, and helps to maintain hydration levels.
epidermis
The _____ is the inner layer of skin, which contains blood vessels, sweat glands, hair follicles, and nerve cells.
dermis
Your _____ defends the body against harm.
immune system
According to the text, what is the function of the male reproductive organs?
The male reproductive has the function of initiating.
What is the function of the female reproductive organs?
The female reproductive organs function as the receiver and the carrier.
When does a human life begin?
Life begans at conception.
Describe God's involvement in the creation of every person.
He has fearfully and wonderfully made us.
The effort made by the mother's body to move the baby from the uterus and through the birth canal is called
labor
Babies that cannot be passed through the birth canal are delivered by
Cesarean section
After birth, babies the care and love of an adult.
need
Most infants are able to crawl and speak a few words by the time they are .
18 months
The ability to walk and talk is the result of development.
physical and mental
During childhood, development is not so rapid as in infancy.
physical
Most children can understand abstract symbols and solve complex problems by the time they are years old.
12 yrs old
The ability to play well and interact with other people is called:
Social development
_____ serves as the basis by which to judge right and wrong behavior.
Religious instruction