


Eukaryotes: One of the two types of cells that have a nucleus containing genetic material and organelles.Prokaryotes: One of the two types of cells that don't have organelles or a nucleus.Cell: The basic building blocks of the human body and the bodies of all other living species.Histology: A subdivision of microscopic anatomy that is the study of the parts and structures of the body's tissues.Cytology: A subdivision of microscopic anatomy that is the study of the parts and structures of the body's cells.Inferior: One bodily part is below another bodily part.Superior: One bodily part is above another bodily part.Posterior: Further from the front of the body than another bodily part.Anterior: Closer to the front of the body than another bodily part.Sagittal plane: Also referred to as the medial plane separates the right side of the body from the left side of the body.Transverse plane: Also referred to as the cross sectional plane separates the top of the body at the waist from the bottom of the body.The frontal plane: Also referred to as the coronal plane, separates the front from the back of the body.Microscopic anatomy: The study of the parts and structures of the human body that can NOT be seen with the naked eye and only seen with the use of a microscope.Gross anatomy: The study of the parts and structures of the human body that can be seen with the naked eye and without the use of a microscope.Physiology: The study of the functions of the human body.Anatomy: The study of the parts and structures of the human body.Basic Terms and Terminology Relating to the Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Body
