Introduction to Anatomy and Anatomical Language

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What is Anatomy?

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The study of the structure or form of the body and its parts.

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What is the relationship of the brain to the ear in anatomical terms?

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The brain is medial to the ear.

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What is a group of cells that have a common function called?

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Tissues.

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What is the anatomical term for the shoulder's position relative to the elbow?

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The shoulder is proximal to the elbow.

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What is Physiology?

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It is the function or movement of human body parts.

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Define 'Medial' in anatomical terms.

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Medial refers to a position closer to the midline of the body.

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Define 'Lateral' in anatomical terms.

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Lateral refers to a position farther from the midline of the body.

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What does 'Proximal' mean?

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Proximal refers to a position closer to the point of attachment or origin.

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What does 'Distal' mean?

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Distal refers to a position farther from the point of attachment or origin.

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What are Organs?

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Organs are structures composed of different types of tissues that work together to perform specific functions.