Everything about Anatomy totally explained
Anatomy (from the
Greek ἀνατομία anatomia, from
ἀνατέμνειν ana: separate, apart from, and temnein, to cut up, cut open) is a branch of
biology that's the consideration of the
structure of living things. It is a general term that includes
human anatomy, animal anatomy (
zootomy) and
plant anatomy (phytotomy). In some of its facets anatomy is closely related to
embryology,
comparative anatomy and
comparative embryology, through common roots in
evolution.
Anatomy is subdivided into gross anatomy (or macroscopic anatomy) and microscopic anatomy. in line with modern teaching methods. A thorough working knowledge of anatomy is required by all
medical doctors, especially
surgeons, and doctors working in some diagnostic specialities, such as
histopathology and
radiology.
Academic human anatomists are usually employed by universities, medical schools or teaching hospitals. They are often involved in teaching anatomy, and research into certain systems, organs, tissues or cells.
Other branches
Comparative anatomy relates to the comparison of anatomical structures (both gross and microscopic) in different animals.
Anthropological anatomy or physical anthropology relates to the comparison of the anatomy of different
races of humans.
Artistic anatomy relates to anatomic studies for artistic reasons.
Further Information
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