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Which branch of biology studies the microscopic anatomy of biological tissues?
Which branch of biology studies the microscopic anatomy of biological tissues?
- Histology (correct)
- Histopathology
- Gross anatomy
- Organology
Which field of study looks at larger structures visible without a microscope?
Which field of study looks at larger structures visible without a microscope?
- Cytology
- Gross anatomy (correct)
- Paleohistology
- Histopathology
What is the study of cells known as in modern usage?
What is the study of cells known as in modern usage?
- Cytology (correct)
- Organology
- Histology
- Paleohistology
In medicine, which branch of histology includes the microscopic identification and study of diseased tissue?
In medicine, which branch of histology includes the microscopic identification and study of diseased tissue?
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How many basic types of animal tissues are there?
How many basic types of animal tissues are there?
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Histology and Related Fields
- Histology is the branch of biology that focuses on the microscopic anatomy of biological tissues.
- Gross anatomy is the field that studies larger structures of organisms that can be seen without a microscope.
- Cytology is the term used in modern language for the study of cells, encompassing their structure, function, and behavior.
Histopathology
- In medicine, histopathology is the branch of histology that involves the microscopic examination of tissues for the identification and study of diseased states.
Tissue Types
- There are four basic types of animal tissues: epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues.
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