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Which branch of anatomy deals with the structure and function of bones?
Which branch of anatomy deals with the structure and function of bones?
What is the function of the axial skeleton?
What is the function of the axial skeleton?
What is the function of the hyoid apparatus?
What is the function of the hyoid apparatus?
Which type of bones have similar dimensions in length, width & thickness and act as shock absorbers?
Which type of bones have similar dimensions in length, width & thickness and act as shock absorbers?
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Which class of bones contains air spaces or sinuses?
Which class of bones contains air spaces or sinuses?
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_______ is the study of similarities & differences in the anatomy of different species
_______ is the study of similarities & differences in the anatomy of different species
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The study of the finer details of structure by using microscope is called _
The study of the finer details of structure by using microscope is called _
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______ is the study of the stages through which the organism develops from conception through birth, youth & maturity to old age
______ is the study of the stages through which the organism develops from conception through birth, youth & maturity to old age
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Osteology is the study & description of the _
Osteology is the study & description of the _
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Splanchnology is the study of the ______ which includes; digestive system, respiratory system, urinary system, male & female genital systems
Splanchnology is the study of the ______ which includes; digestive system, respiratory system, urinary system, male & female genital systems
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Study Notes
Anatomy Branches
- Osteology is the branch of anatomy that deals with the structure and function of bones.
Skeletal System
- The axial skeleton provides support and protection for the body's internal organs.
- The hyoid apparatus provides a point of attachment for muscles of the tongue, pharynx, and larynx.
Bone Types
- Spongy bones have similar dimensions in length, width, and thickness and act as shock absorbers.
- Pneumatic bones contain air spaces or sinuses.
Comparative Anatomy
- Comparative anatomy is the study of similarities and differences in the anatomy of different species.
Microscopic Anatomy
- Histology is the study of the finer details of structure by using a microscope.
Developmental Anatomy
- Embryology is the study of the stages through which the organism develops from conception through birth, youth, and maturity to old age.
Splanchnology
- Splanchnology is the study of the visceral organs, which includes the digestive system, respiratory system, urinary system, male and female genital systems.
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Test your knowledge of osteology and the structure of the skeleton with this quiz. Learn about the axial skeleton, appendicular skeleton, and visceral bones including the skull, hyoid bone, and vertebral column.
