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Anatomy
The study of the form and structure of the human body and its parts.
Cadaver Dissection
The cutting and separation of tissues to reveal their relationships.
Comparative Anatomy
The study of more than one species to examine structural similarities and differences.
Exploratory Surgery
The surgical procedure of opening the body to look inside.
Gross Anatomy
The study of structures that can be seen with the naked eye.
Cytology
The study of structure and function of cells.
Histology
The examination of tissues at the microscopic level.
Ultrastructure
The view of molecular detail under an electron microscope.
Reductionism
The theory that a complex system can be understood by studying its simpler components.
Holism
The idea that whole organisms exhibit properties that cannot be understood solely from their parts.
Homeostasis
The body's ability to maintain stable internal conditions despite external changes.
Negative Feedback
A process where the body senses a change and activates mechanisms to reverse it.
Positive Feedback
A self-amplifying cycle that leads to greater change in the same direction.
Physiological Variation
Differences in physiological functions due to factors like sex, age, diet, and physical activity.
Medical Imaging
Techniques used to view the inside of the body without surgery, including X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound.
Micrographia
The first comprehensive book of microscopy published by Robert Hooke in 1665.
Evolution
Changes in organisms over time, resulting from mutations and natural selection.
Anatomical Variation
Differences in anatomical structures among individuals.
Organ Systems
Groups of organs that work together to perform complex functions.
Cell Theory
The theory stating that all structure and function result from the activity of cells.
Hierarchy of Complexity
The organization of biological structures from cells to organisms.
