Anatomy and Physiology: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Levels of Organization in the Human Body

  • HS-AP1-1.

    Plan and conduct and investigation to provide evidence that feedback mechanisms maintain homeostasis in humans.HS-AP1-1

  • HS-AP1-2.

    Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of structural body systems that provide specific functions within the Human Body.HS-AP1-2

  • HS-AP1-3.

    Compare and contrast the relationships among the various tissue types as well as the molecular and cellular composition of these tissues.HS-AP1-3

  • HS-AP1-4.

    Compare and contrast the histological structure between the 4 basic tissue types.HS-AP1-4

  • HS-AP1-5.

    Compare and contrast the major organ systems and describe their basic functional importance.HS-AP1-5

  • HS-AP1-6.

    Identify anatomical terms (including anatomical orientation, regions, planes) on a diagram, model, or through dissection.HS-AP1-6

Movement and Support, the Integumentary System

  • HS-AP2-1.

    Analyze the structural characteristics and functional importance of the integumentary system to maintain homeostasis of the body.HS-AP2-1

  • HS-AP2-2.

    Evaluate and explain the consequence of injury (e.g., Burns) and/or disease (e.g., skin cancer, vitiligo) to the functionality of the integumentary system.HS-AP2-2

Movement and Support, the Skeletal System

  • HS-AP3-1.

    Develop a model to illustrate the microscopic structure, development of, maintenance of, and function of compact and spongy bone.HS-AP3-1

  • HS-AP3-2.

    Observe the characteristics of a bone from the axial or appendicular skeleton. Then construct an argument to support how the structure determines the functionHS-AP3-2

  • HS-AP3-3.

    Locate and identify individual bones of the axial and appendicular skeleton and unique features of bones.HS-AP3-3

  • HS-AP3-4.

    Compare and contrast the different types of bone (e.g., long, short, flat, and irregular.HS-AP3-4

  • HS-AP3-5.

    Compare and contrast the major types of joints and construct an argument how these structural components influence functional mobility and stability.HS-AP3-5

Movement and Support, the Muscular System

  • HS-AP4-1.

    Compare and contrast between the structural and functional characteristics of skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle.HS-AP4-1

  • HS-AP4-2.

    Develop a model to illustrate the components of a muscle fiber and how they interact in contraction and relaxation.HS-AP4-2

  • HS-AP4-3.

    Conduct an investigation to analyze the molecular processes involved in sliding filament models to explain and identify changes in disease-related illnesses.HS-AP4-3

  • HS-AP4-4.

    Describe how a neuromuscular junction functions. Design an experiment to determine how motor recruitment influences the force and velocity of contraction.HS-AP4-4

  • HS-AP4-5.

    Use a diagram, model, or dissection to identify major muscle groups.HS-AP4-5

  • HS-AP4-6.

    Compare and contrast between isotonic and isometric contractions and construct an explanation for the causes of hypertrophy and atrophy of muscles.HS-AP4-6

Integration and Coordination, the Nervous System

  • HS-AP5-1.

    Develop a model that illustrates the structural components and functional subdivisions of the nervous system.HS-AP5-1

  • HS-AP5-2.

    Observe and identify the structure and function of the various neurons and neuroglia. Explain how the varying structures determine the specified function.HS-AP5-2

  • HS-AP5-3.

    Compare and contrast the actions, origins, and pathways of nerve fibers in the parasympathetic and sympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system.HS-AP5-3

  • HS-AP5-4.

    Identify and model how action potentials are generated, via neurotransmitters, the ions and channel protein involved, and the basic structural and functional aspects which allow for synaptic connection.HS-AP5-4

  • HS-AP5-5.

    Identify the various classification of neurotransmitters and their associated functions. Describe how certain disease states can be caused by interruption of neurotransmitters.HS-AP5-5

Integration and Coordination, Somatic and Special Senses

  • HS-AP6-1.

    Compare and contrast the somatic, visceral, and special senses, the prominent sensory receptor types of each, and their functional operation.HS-AP6-1

  • HS-AP6-2.

    Make and/or use a model of the anatomy of the eye; then construct an explanation for hyperopia, myopia and astigmatism using the model.HS-AP6-2

  • HS-AP6-3.

    Make and/or use a model of the anatomy of the ear. Construct an explanation for sensorineural and conductive hearing loss using the basic structure and function of the ear.HS-AP6-3

Integration and Coordination, the Endocrine System

  • HS-AP7-1.

    Investigate the structure and function of the endocrine system and develop models showing how changes in prominent hormone levels impact homeostasis throughout the body systems.HS-AP7-1

  • HS-AP7-2.

    Assess the structural and functional differences between an endocrine gland and an exocrine gland.HS-AP7-2

  • HS-AP7-3.

    Compare and contrast the hormones of the hypothalamus-pituitary complex. Analyze the function of each hormone and connect them to feedback signals for the gonads, thyroid, and adrenal cortex.HS-AP7-3

  • HS-AP7-4.

    Construct an explanation to show the impact of stress on the hypothalamus-pituitary complex, sympathetic nervous system, and the adrenal medulla.HS-AP7-4

  • HS-AP7-5.

    Construct an explanation for maintaining blood sugar levels via endocrine and exocrine functions of the pancreas.HS-AP7-5

Transport, Blood and the Cardiovascular System

  • HS-AP8-1.

    Perform an investigation to identify the composition and function of whole blood components, and the role they play in maintaining homeostasis.HS-AP8-1

  • HS-AP8-2.

    Conduct an investigation to learn about the ABO blood type. Discuss how the surface-antigens and plasma antibodies allow and/or disallow for certain blood transfusions.HS-AP8-2

  • HS-AP8-3.

    Investigate the primary structures of the cardiovascular system and explore their functional importance to maintaining homeostasis.HS-AP8-3

  • HS-AP8-4.

    Create a model of vasoconstriction and vasodilation to demonstrate the structural and functional difference between arteries and veins.HS-AP8-4

  • HS-AP8-5.

    Use a diagram and/or a model of the heart to illustrate the external and internal structures, the vessels entering and exiting, unidirectional blood flow and how the heart supports pulmonary and cardiac circulation.HS-AP8-5

  • HS-AP8-6.

    Construct a model of hypertension to model the regulation of the cardiac cycle.HS-AP8-6

  • HS-AP8-7.

    Design an experiment to illustrate how the cardiovascular system maintains homeostasis.HS-AP8-7

Transport, the Lymphatic System and Immune Mechanisms

  • HS-AP9-1.

    Identify the primary structural and functional components of the lymphatic system.HS-AP9-1

  • HS-AP9-2.

    Analyze the relationship of the components of the lymphatic system with bone marrow and the thymus gland.HS-AP9-2

  • HS-AP9-3.

    Differentiate between innate and acquired immunity.HS-AP9-3

  • HS-AP9-4.

    Construct an explanation for defense against foreign pathogens using cellular and non-cellular components of the immune response.HS-AP9-4

Absorption and Excretion, the Digestive System

  • HS-AP10-1.

    Identify and locate major and accessory organs of the digestive system and investigate their physiological functions.HS-AP10-1

  • HS-AP10-2.

    Construct an explanation for enzymes involved in the processing of, digestion of and absorbance of macromolecules.HS-AP10-2

  • HS-AP10-3.

    Compare and contrast mechanical and chemical digestion.HS-AP10-3

  • HS-AP10-4.

    Differentiate between metabolic and respiratory acidosis and alkalosis.HS-AP10-4

Absorption and Excretion, the Respiratory System

  • HS-AP11-1.

    Identify and locate major organs of the respiratory system and discuss their functions. Differentiate between the components of the upper and lower respiratory systems.HS-AP11-1

  • HS-AP11-2.

    Observe the anatomical structures and explain the physiological processes involved in inspiration & expiration.HS-AP11-2

  • HS-AP11-3.

    Analyze data to investigate how percentages and partial pressure gradients of oxygen and carbon dioxide impact net gas exchange.HS-AP11-3

  • HS-AP11-4.

    Construct an explanation for maintaining blood pH via specialized carbon dioxide receptors and the respiratory response.HS-AP11-4

Absorption and Excretion, the Urinary System

  • HS-AP12-1.

    Identify and locate major organs of the urinary system and discuss their functions.HS-AP12-1

  • HS-AP12-2.

    Observe and identify the structures of the kidney; then construct an explanation for maintaining blood volume via kidney function.HS-AP12-2

  • HS-AP12-3.

    Develop a model of the nephron to explore its structural components, associated hormones, and the functional processes of filtration, excretion, secretion, and reabsorption.HS-AP12-3

Life Cycle, the Reproductive System

  • HS-AP13-1.

    Identify and locate major and accessory organs of the female and male reproductive systems and discuss their functions.HS-AP13-1

  • HS-AP13-2.

    Create a diagram or model to analyze the role of hormones in the male and female reproductive system.HS-AP13-2

  • HS-AP13-3.

    Describe how spermatozoa move through the female reproductive tract and describe the process of fertilization.HS-AP13-3

  • HS-AP13-4.

    Construct an explanation of the rise of the three primary germ layers via zygote creation, blastocyst development and gastrulation process.HS-AP13-4

  • HS-PS13-5.

    Describe the stages of embryonic development after gastrulation, up to the birth of a baby.HS-PS13-5

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2022
Where can I read the official document?
Indiana Academic Standards Anatomy and Physiology

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