Orientation to the Human Body

These flashcards cover the key concepts from the lecture on human body orientation, including definitions of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomical variations.

What is the relationship between anatomy and physiology?

Anatomy is the structure of the body, while physiology refers to how the body functions.

What is pathophysiology?

Pathophysiology is the study of processes that disturb normal functioning, focusing on diseased functioning.

What are alveoli?

Alveoli are tiny sacs in the lungs where oxygen is absorbed into the bloodstream.

What is the significance of anatomical variation?

Anatomical variation refers to the differences in body structure among individuals, such as having an extra bone or situs inversus.

What is situs inversus?

Situs inversus is a condition where a person's organs are reversed from their normal positions, affecting about 1 in 10,000 people.

Who made the first recorded attempts to study anatomy?

Aristotle of Greece made the first recorded attempts to study anatomy around 380 B.C.

When was the first atlas of anatomy published?

The first atlas of anatomy was published in 1543 A.D.