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| Biology | The study of life. |
| Anatomy | The study of the internal and external structures. |
| Physiology | The study of how living organisms perform their vital functions. |
| Microscopic Anatomy | Study of structures that cannot be seen without magnification. |
| Tissues | Groups of specialized cells and cell products that work together to perform a specific function. |
| Organs | Combination of tissues that perform a complex function. |
| Gross Anatomy | Macroscopic, features can be seen with the unaided eye. |
| Surface Anatomy | The study of general form and superficial markings |
| Regional Anatomy | The superficial and internal features in a specific region of the body. |
| Systemic Anatomy | Looks at the major organ systems. |
| Special Physiology | Study of the function of specific organs. |
| System Physiology | Study of the function of specific organs within an organ system. |
| Homeostasis | The existence of a stable internal environment. |
| Homeostatic Regulation | Refers to the adjustments in physiological systems that preserve homeostasis. |
| Receptor | Sensitive part of the body that detects the stimulus. |
| Control Center | Place where a stimulus is received and processed. |
| Effector | Part that responds to the commands of the control center, and either enhances or opposes the stimulus. |
| Negative Feedback | A response to a receptor that has the effector oppose or eliminate the stimulus. |
| Positive Feedback | A response to a receptor that has the effector encourages the stimulus. |
| Anatomical Position | With the hands at the sides and palms facing forward. |
| Supine | Person is lying down in the anatomical position and face up. |
| Prone | Person is lying down in the anatomical position and face down. |
