Anatomy The study of the structure and shape of the body and body parts and their
relationship to one another.
Gross Anatomy large easily observable structures
Microscopic Anatomy very small structures in the body
Physiology the study of how the body and its parts work or function
Physio=nature
ology=the study of
Levels of structural organization Atoms
Molecules
Cells
Tissues
Organs
Organ Systems
Organisim
Atoms Individual pieces that can combine to form molecules
, Molecules Atoms that have combined to form new compounds
EX:
Water
Sugar (C6 H12 O6)
Cells the smallest unit of living things
Tissues groups of similar cells that have a common function
Organ structure composed of two or more tissue types, that performs a specific function.
Organ System A group of organs that cooperate to accomplish a common purpose
Organism Multiple organ systems come together to create a living body.
Integumentary System External covering of the body or the skin
Skeletal System Consists of bones, cartilages, ligaments, and joints. Provides a framework that the
skeletal muscles use to create movement.
relationship to one another.
Gross Anatomy large easily observable structures
Microscopic Anatomy very small structures in the body
Physiology the study of how the body and its parts work or function
Physio=nature
ology=the study of
Levels of structural organization Atoms
Molecules
Cells
Tissues
Organs
Organ Systems
Organisim
Atoms Individual pieces that can combine to form molecules
, Molecules Atoms that have combined to form new compounds
EX:
Water
Sugar (C6 H12 O6)
Cells the smallest unit of living things
Tissues groups of similar cells that have a common function
Organ structure composed of two or more tissue types, that performs a specific function.
Organ System A group of organs that cooperate to accomplish a common purpose
Organism Multiple organ systems come together to create a living body.
Integumentary System External covering of the body or the skin
Skeletal System Consists of bones, cartilages, ligaments, and joints. Provides a framework that the
skeletal muscles use to create movement.
