PHYSIOLOGY STRUCTURE FUNCTION AND
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, What are the two main approaches Regional anatomy and systemic anatomy.
to studying anatomy?
What is regional anatomy? The study of the interrelationships of all
structures in a specific body region.
What is systemic anatomy? The study of structures that make up a discrete
body system.
What is human physiology? The scientific study of the chemistry and physics
of the body's structures and their functions.
What is homeostasis? The state of steady internal conditions
maintained by living things.
What are the six levels of Chemical, cellular, tissue, organ, system, and
organization in the human body? organism levels.
What are the four requirements for Nutrients, oxygen, water, and appropriate
human survival? temperature.
Why is an understanding of It is fundamental for careers in health
anatomy and physiology professions and beneficial for personal health.
important?