Organization of the Human Body12. Explain the difference between the axial and the appendicular portions of the body.13. Identify the cavities within the axial portion of the body.14. Define viscera.15. Describe the mediastinum and its contents.16. List the cavities of the head and the contents of each cavity.17. Distinguish between a parietal and a visceral membrane.18. Name the major organ systems, and describe the general functions of each.19. List the major organs that compose each organ system.

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Organization of the Human Body
12. Explain the difference between the axial and the appendicular portions of the body.
13. Identify the cavities within the axial portion of the body.
14. Define viscera.
15. Describe the mediastinum and its contents.
16. List the cavities of the head and the contents of each cavity.
17. Distinguish between a parietal and a visceral membrane.
18. Name the major organ systems, and describe the general functions of each.
19. List the major organs that compose each organ system.

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