Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

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Multiple Choice

The lobes of a liver affected by which of the following conditions are covered with fibrous connective tissue?

Cirrhosis

Gallstones

Hepatitis A

Fatty liver disease

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Understand the anatomy of the liver: The liver is divided into lobes, and its structure includes hepatocytes (liver cells) and connective tissue. It plays a vital role in metabolism, detoxification, and bile production.

Learn about cirrhosis: Cirrhosis is a chronic liver condition characterized by the replacement of healthy liver tissue with fibrous connective tissue due to prolonged damage. This scarring disrupts liver function and structure.

Compare cirrhosis with other conditions: Gallstones affect the gallbladder and bile ducts, not the liver lobes directly. Hepatitis A is a viral infection causing inflammation but does not lead to fibrous tissue formation. Fatty liver disease involves fat accumulation in liver cells but does not typically result in fibrous connective tissue covering the lobes.

Recognize the hallmark of cirrhosis: The formation of fibrous connective tissue is a defining feature of cirrhosis, which distinguishes it from the other conditions listed.

Conclude that cirrhosis is the condition where the lobes of the liver are covered with fibrous connective tissue, based on its pathological characteristics.