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define anatomy and physiology
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anatomy: study of structure
physiology: study of function of body parts |
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distinguish between macroscopic (gross) anatomy and microscopic anatomy.
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gross: structures that can be seen with the naked eye.
microscopic: structure to small to be seen with the naked eye. |
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what is developmental anatomy?
embryology? |
traces structural changes in the body that occur over time. embryology are changes that occur b4 birth.
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levels of structural organization: describe chemical level, cellular level, and tissue level.
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chemical: atoms combine to form molecules, which then form organelles.
cellular: the unique functions of individual cells. made of molecules. tissue: groups of similiar cells with a common function. |
