Introduction

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The branch of biology that deals with the normal functions and activities of living organisms and their parts

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Physiology

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The 2 goals of physiology

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• Understand and predict the body’s response to stimuli
• Understand how the body maintains internal conditions in varying environments

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A branch of physiology that deals with the functions of individual cells such as metabolism, energy production, and specialized processes

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Cellular Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the structures and functions of organs

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Organ Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the interactions between different organs to form organ systems

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Systemic Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the complex workings of the nervous system

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Neurophysiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the endocrine system and its hormones

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Endocrine Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the mechanics, physiology, and role of muscles in movement

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Muscle Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the functions of the heart and blood vessels

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Cardiovascular Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the mechanics of breathing and gas exchange

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Respiratory Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the processes involved in digestion

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Digestive Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the functions of kidneys

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Renal Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the processes of reproduction

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Reproductive Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the physiological processes across different species to identify common principles and adaptations that have evolved over time

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Comparative Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with how various physiological systems interact and collaborate to maintain overall homeostasis in an organism

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Integrative Physiology

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A branch of physiology that deals with the adaptations of organisms to different environments

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Environmental Physiology

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2 Importance of physiology in Medicine

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• patient care
• surgical procedures

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2 Importance of physiology in Health and Wellness

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• lifestyle recommendations
• preventive care

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3 Importance of physiology in Research

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• advancing medical knowledge
• drug development
• experimental studies

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2 Importance of physiology in Education

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• medical training
• biology and life sciences

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2 Importance of physiology in Biotechnology and Industry

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• biomedical engineering
• pharmaceutical industry

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2 Importance of physiology in Public Health

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• epidemiology
• health policy

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2 Importance of physiology in Sports and Exercise Science

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• performance enhancement
• injury recovery

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Importance of physiology in Environmental Science

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• adaptation

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The 6 levels of organization in living systems

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• chemical level
• cellular level
• tissue level
• organ level
• organ system level
• organism level

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The 11 organ systems in humans

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• integumentary system
• skeletal system
• muscular system
• nervous system
• endocrine system
• cardiovascular system
• lymphatic system
• respiratory system
• digestive system
• urinary system
• reproductive system