Anatomy And Physiology

Question 1

What is anatomy?

Answer 1

Study of structure/shape of body parts

Question 2

What is physiology?

Answer 2

Study the function of body’s structure (how body parts work and their function)

Question 3

What is gross anatomy?

Answer 3

Studying large body parts you can see

Question 4

What is microscope anatomy?

Answer 4

Studying bone structures too small for the naked eye

Question 5

What is cytology?

Answer 5

Study of cells

Question 6

What is histology?

Answer 6

Study of tissues

Question 7

Relationship between anatomy and physiology?

Answer 7

Structure determines function. Link between the two always there but not always understood

Ex: Consider skeletal system (anatomy). Physiology delves into how muscles and bone work together during movement