Anatomy and Physiology Self-Directed Learning Activity 1

Sept. 6, 2021

Name:___________________________________Date:____________Score:__________

Instructions:

a. Answer the following questions

b. Use any anatomy book for your reference
c. Write your answer in your Anatomy and Physiology Notebook with your name on the UPPER
LEFT of your notebook
d. Take a picture of your answers and send it to my personal telegram account NOT in the
TELEGRAM GC
e. DEADLINE of your output is at 6pm today ( Sept. 6, 2021).
f. ( DON’T forget to write your references at the end of your output Using APA 6 th or 7th edition)

Pat 1

1. What is the function of cell division?

2. What is mitosis?
3. Explain the following stages of Mitosis?

Stages Description of Events/activities

Prophase
Metaphase
Anaphase
Telophase

4. Describe the roles of DNA in protein synthesis

5. Differentiate the three major varieties of RNA in protein synthesis.

Major types of RNA Description

1. Ribosomal RNA
2. Messenger RNA
3. Transfer RNA

6. Explain the Process of Protein synthesis

2 major Phases Description

1. Transcription
2. Translation
Part 2.

1. Differentiate the following types of Body Membranes by filling the box with your answer.

A. Epithelial membranes Description

1. Cutaneous membranes
2. Mucous membranes
3. Serous membranes
B. Connective tissue membranes
1. Synovial Membranes

2. List the functions of the integumentary system

3. Differentiate the structures of the skin

Epidermis Description Functions

1. Stratum corneum
2.Stratum lucidum
3. Stratum granulosum
4. Stratum spinosum
5. Stratum basale
Dermis

4. Describe the Normal Skin Color Determinants

a. Melanin
b. Hemoglobin
c. Carotene
d. Redness
e. Palor or Pale

5. Differentiate the following sweat glands:

a. Eccrine
b. Apocrine

6. Describe a sweat according to it composition and function?

Composition Function
7. Describe the following skin homeostatic imbalances

Homeostatic Imbalances Description

a. Athlete’s foot
b. Ringworm
c. Boils
d. Carbuncles
e. Contact dermatitis
f. Impetigo
g. Psoriasis
h. Warts
i. Hives
j. Scleroderma
k. Ezcema
l. Vitiligo
m. Pressure sores
1. Stage 1
2. Stage 2
3. Stage 3
4. Stage 4
n. Burns
1. First degree burns
2. Second degree burns
3. Third degree burns

8. Explain what is the RULE of NINEs in burn.

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