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Anatomy is the study of the structure and shape of the body and its parts.
Physiology is the study of the function of the body and how its parts work.
Levels include chemical, cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism levels.
A tissue is a group of similar cells that perform a common function.
The four primary tissue types are epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues.
Epithelial tissue covers body surfaces, lines cavities, and forms glands.
Connective tissue supports, protects, and binds other tissues together.
Muscle tissue is responsible for movement through contraction.
Nervous tissue transmits electrical signals to coordinate body functions.
Early embryology studies the development of the embryo from fertilization to early stages.
The cellular level is the smallest unit of life, where basic functions occur.
Different tissues combine to form organs that perform specific functions.
The anatomical position is standing upright, facing forward, arms at sides, palms forward.
It provides a standard reference for describing body parts and positions.
Body cavities are spaces that house and protect internal organs.
The dorsal cavity and ventral cavity are the two major body cavities.
Serous membranes line body cavities and secrete fluid to reduce friction.
Gross anatomy studies structures visible to the naked eye; microscopic anatomy studies structures seen with a microscope.
Homeostasis is the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment.
It ensures optimal conditions for cellular function and overall health.