Language of Anatomy Flashcards
1
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Anatomy
A
the study of structure and shape of the body and its parts
2
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Physiology
A
the study of how the body and its parts work or function
3
Q
Homeostasis
A
the body’s ability to maintain relatively stable conditions despite constant enviormental changes
4
Q
Anterior
A
front of body
5
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Posterior
A
back of body
6
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Anatomical Position
A
palms facing forward, body erect, feet together, arms hang at side
