ANP 1105 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Microvillus, Pseudopodia, Basal Lamina

• School: University of Ottawa
• Department: Anatomy and Physiology
• Course: ANP 1105
• Professor: N/ A

Document Summary

Topic #1 structural organization of the human body. Atom: the building block of an element with all of the properties of that element (element is a unique substance that cannot be broken down by ordinary chemical methods; eg. oxygen, carbon) Molecule: a combination of two or more atoms of the same element held together by chemical bonds; oxygen gas (o2) Compound: a combination of two or more different atoms (eg. 2 x hydrogen + oxygen = water) Organic compounds: unique to living systems, include carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids (all contain carbon) Cell: fundamental structural & functional unit of a living thing; cells vary in size & shape, reflecting unique functions in the body. Tissue: groups of similar cells that have a common function. Organ: structure composed of at least 2 (but usually 4) tissue types that performs a specific function for the body. Organ system: organs that work closely with one another to accomplish a common purpose.