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Chapter 1.1 A&P
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | The structure of body parts and their relationships to others |
| Physiology | Concerns the function of the body |
| Gross or Macroscopic anatomy | The study of large structures visible to the naked eye |
| Regional anatomy | Subdivision of gross anatomy that deals with atructures too small to be seen by the naked eye |
| Developmental anatomy | Subdivision of gross anatomy that studies anatomical and physiological development throughout life |
| Systemic anatomy | Body system is studied system by system |
| Surface anatomy | The study of surface internal structures as they relate to the overlying skin surfaces |
| Microscopic anatomy | Deals with structures to small to be seen with the naked eye |
| Cytology | Microscopic study if cells |
| Histology | Microscopic study if tissue |
| Renal physiology | The study of kidney function and urine production |
| Neurophysiology | Explains the workings of the nervous system |
| Cardiovascular physiology | Examines the operation of the heart and blood vessels |