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Explain the organization and physiology of the human body using appropriate terminology
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Criteria
you describe the relationship between anatomy and physiology
you relate survival needs to essential life functions
you describe the concept of homeostasis and homeostatic controls
you apply correct terminology to various regions, cavities, planes, and directions
you describe the levels of structural organization
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Apply basic chemistry concepts to the human body
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you identify the components of matter
you describe chemical reactions and bonding
you explain the chemical composition and properties of living matter
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Relate basic human cell components to their functions
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Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
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you identify the anatomy of a cell
you explain the functions of the cell components
you describe modes of transport across the cell membrane
you identify the basic structure and function of four major tissue types of the body
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Examine the structures and functions of the systems of Support and Movement
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you explain the general functions of the skeletal system and its role in homeostasis
you explain the structural and chemical composition of bone tissue
you distinguish between the axial and appendicular skeleton
you identify bone cells and their functions
you explain the general functions of the muscular system and its role in homeostasis
you describe the basic gross anatomy of muscles
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Examine the structures and functions of the systems of Integration and Coordination
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you explain the general functions of the nervous system and its role in homeostasis
you identify the structural and functional organization of the nervous system
you describe the anatomy of neurons
you distinguish between neurons and glial cells
you explain the structures and function of the major components of the brain and spinal cord
you identify the major organs/glands in the endocrine system
you differentiate between the endocrine and nervous system controls of the body
you describe hormones and factors affecting their secretion
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Examine the structures and functions of the systems of Transport
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you explain the general functions of the cardiovascular system and its role in homeostasis
you identify the major structures of the heart
you trace the flow of the blood through the body
you describe the structure and functions of the blood vessels
you describe the components of blood and their functions
you explain the general functions of the lymphatic system and its role in homeostasis
you describe major organs of the lymphatic system
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Examine the structures and functions of the systems of Absorption and Excretion
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you explain the general functions of the digestive system and its role in homeostasis
you distinguish between organs of the gastrointestinal tract and accessory organs
you describe the actions of the digestive system as food moves from mouth to anus
you differentiate between mechanical and chemical digestion
you explain the general functions of the respiratory system and its role in homeostasis
you identify the gross and microscopic anatomy of the respiratory system
you distinguish between upper and lower respiratory tract functions
you explain the general functions of the urinary system and its role in homeostasis
you identify gross and microscopic anatomy of the urinary system organs and the function
you describe the processes involved in urine formation
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Examine the structures and functions of the reproductive system
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Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
Criteria
you explain the general functions of the reproductive system and its role in homeostasis
you identify gross and microscopic anatomy of the male and female reproductive systems
you explain the functions of the reproductive organs
you describe the production and characteristics of the gametes
you explain the role of hormones in the reproductive system
you identify the major events of the ovarian and uterine cycles