1.1 The Importance of Anatomy

Question 1

Define Anatomy and it’s Greek translation.

Answer 1

Anatomy is the study of structure. It means “to cut apart” in Greek. (They are “cut apart” to ascertain their position, relations, structure and function.)

Question 2

What two elements of Anatomy are inextricably linked?

Answer 2

Form and function

Question 3

What depicts how a specific function is carried out?

Answer 3

The organization of a structure

Question 4

What would disrupt proper function?

Answer 4

Improper form