Ch 1 pt 1 Flashcards
Anatomy
Studies the form and structure of the body
Anatomy equals what
Structure/form
Physiology equals what
Function
The structure determines what
Function
Physiology
Examines how the body functions
Form and function are
Interrelated
Scientific method
Refers to a systematic and rigorous process by scientists
First step of the scientific method
Examine natural events through observation
Second step of the scientific method
Develop a hypothesis
Example of anatomy and physiology
Teeth
Example of the scientific method
Senses
Microscopic anatomy
Cells and tissues
The study of body cells and their internal structure
Cytology
The study of tissues
Histology
Gross/macroscopic anatomy
Investigates structures visible to the unaided eye
Studies the anatomy of each body system
Systemic anatomy
Examines the structures in a body region
Regional anatomy
Focuses on superficial anatomic markings and internal body structure
Surface anatomy
Examines anatomical similarities and differences in different species
Comparative anatomy
Studies developmental changes from conception to birth
Embryology
Examines macroscopic and microscopic anatomic changes resulting from disease
Pathologic anatomy
Investigates internal structures visualized by scanning procedures
Radiographic anatomy
Examine the function of body structures, focusing on the molecular and cellular level
Physiologists
Examines functioning of the heart, blood vessels, and blood
Cardiovascular physiology
Studies functioning of nerves and nervous system organs
Neurophysiology
Explores functioning of respiratory organs
Respiratory physiology
Investigates functioning of reproductive hormones and the reproductive cycle
Reproductive physiology
Focuses on the function of a body system during disease or injury to the system
Pathophysiology