Anatomy

Definition

Anatomy is the scientific study of the structure and relationships between body parts. It involves examining the physical organization of organisms, including humans, from the macroscopic level (visible structures) to the microscopic level (cells and tissues).

Related terms

Physiology:

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

Tissue: Groups of similar cells that perform a specific function within an organism.

Organ System: A group of organs that work together to perform one or more functions within an organism