Anatomy

Hippocrates

Often referred to as the 'Father of Medicine,' he emphasized careful observation of patients and documenting medical cases.

Aristotle

A philosopher known for significant contributions to understanding anatomy through dissection and classification of living organisms.

Anatomy

The study of the structure and organization of living organisms.

Physiology

The study of functions and processes of the various components of living organisms.

Macroscopic Anatomy

Study of structures visible to the naked eye.

Surface Anatomy

Study of external features of the body.

Gross Anatomy

Examination of larger body structures.

Histology

The study of the microscopic structure of tissues.

Pathology

The study of disease and its effects on body structures.

Embryology

The study of the development of embryos from fertilization to birth.

Homeostasis

The ability of the body to maintain stable internal conditions.

Cell Biology

The study of the structure and function of cells.

Organ Systems

Groups of organs that work together to perform complex functions.

Cardiovascular System

System that includes the heart and blood vessels, responsible for circulating blood.

Respiratory System

System responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide.

Nervous System

System that processes sensory information and coordinates responses.

Digestive System

System responsible for breaking down food into nutrients.

Urinary System

System that produces and eliminates urine to maintain fluid balance.

Skeletal System

The framework of bones and cartilage that supports the body.

Muscular System

System responsible for movement, maintaining posture, and producing heat.

Endocrine System

System of glands that secrete hormones to regulate body functions.

Integumentary System

The body's outer covering, including skin, hair, and nails.

Blood

A connective tissue that transports nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.

Neurons

The basic building blocks of the nervous system, transmitting signals.

Muscle Tissue

Tissue composed of cells that can contract to facilitate movement.

Connective Tissue

A type of tissue that supports, binds, and protects other tissues and organs.

Epithelial Tissue

Tissue that forms protective layers and is involved in absorption and secretion.

Cartilage

A flexible connective tissue found in joints, nose, and ears.

Bone

Hard, dense connective tissue that forms the skeleton.

Joint

Connection between bones that allows for movement.

Ligament

A band of tissue that connects bones to other bones at joints.

Tendon

A fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones.

Vascular Tissue

Tissue that comprises blood vessels and helps with the transport of nutrients.

Serous Membrane

Membranes that line body cavities and secrete fluid to reduce friction.

Mucous Membrane

Membranes that line body cavities and secrete mucus for protection and lubrication.

Skin Layers

The epidermis and dermis are the two primary layers of skin.

Appendicular Skeleton

The part of the skeleton that includes the limbs and their attachments.

Axial Skeleton

The central part of the skeleton, comprising the skull and vertebral column.

Dermis

The thicker layer of skin located beneath the epidermis.

Axon

The long, thin structure of a neuron that transmits electrical impulses.

Dendrite

The branched extensions of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons.

Synapse

The junction between two neurons where communication occurs.

Alveoli

Small air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.

Nephron

The functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood and forming urine.

Hematopoiesis

The process of forming new blood cells in the body.

Cardiac Muscle

A type of involuntary muscle found only in the heart.

Smooth Muscle

A type of involuntary muscle found in various organs and vessels.

Skeletal Muscle

A type of voluntary muscle attached to bones for movement.

Neurotransmitters

Chemicals that transmit signals across a synapse between neurons.

Isotonic Contraction

A contraction in which muscle tension remains constant while muscle length changes.

Isometric Contraction

A contraction in which muscle length does not change while tension increases.

Action Potential

A rapid electrical signal that travels along the axon of a neuron.

Tissue Regeneration

The process through which tissue cells proliferate to repair damage.

Organelles

Specialized structures within cells that perform distinct functions.

Cardiac Cycle

The sequence of events in one complete heartbeat.

Pulmonary Circulation

The path of blood flow from the heart to the lungs and back.

Systemic Circulation

The path of blood flow from the heart to the rest of the body and back.

Homeostatic Imbalance

Disruption of homeostasis that may lead to disease.