Define
Anatomy
- The study of structure
- "to cut apart"
- examines relationship between body parts & organ structures
Comparative
Study of similarities/differences in anatomy across species.
Observation
examination of natural events & phenomena
The scientific Process
A systematic method used by anatomists and physiologists
Systematic
Study of the body by defined systems. Think integument, skeletal, muscular.
Hypothesis
possible through explanation (educated guess) for how observed phenomena occur
Gross Anatomy
Deals w/body structures visible to the naked eye.
Regional
Study of relationships between structures within a body region.
Experiment
- AKA: test hypothesis
- testing the hypothesis through collection of data
Embryology
study of embryo development from ovum fertilization to maturity.
Conclusion
tested hypothesis is:
- approved
- rejected
- modified