1.01 Flashcards
1
Q
Why learn anatomy?(1)
A
Anatomy is the essential basis for the practise of medicine and surgery
2
Q
Why learn anatomy?(2)
A
Anatomy is a core science of many biomedical and life science courses
3
Q
What is anatomy?
A
Anatomy is the scientific study, classification and description of the structures of the human body
4
Q
What does the term “Ana temnein” mean in Greek?
A
‘to cut open’
5
Q
What is the goal of anatomy?
A
The goal of anatomy is to understand the living human body
6
Q
Who is considered the father of anatomy?
A
Herophilus of Alexandria (330 BC)
