Anatomy - Physiology 5.9

Anatomy - Physiology

What Is Anatomy and Physiology?

Anatomy is the scientific discipline that explores the structure and interrelationships among various body parts.

Physiology, on the other hand, delves into the functionality of body components and the organism as a complete entity. The field branches out into specialized studies:

• Gross (macroscopic) anatomy focuses on examining visible body structures, such as the heart or bones, with the naked eye.
• Histology involves the microscopic analysis of tissues.
• Cytology studies cells at a microscopic level.
• Neurophysiology centers around understanding the functioning of the nervous system.