ANATOMY

-the branch of knowledge concerned with the form, the disposition, and
the structure of the tissues and organs that compose the body
(Dyce et al., 2002)
- Literally means “cutting apart” (Greek)

EXTERNAL ANATOMY

INTERNAL ANATOMY
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Interneurons – conduct impulses from an afferent to an efferent neuron,
and vice versa, within the central nervous system (CNS)
Axon- long transmitting
processes that extend
from the cell body to
send signals onward to
other neurons or
effector cells in the
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Central nervous system

I. Brain– lies in the cavity of the cranium

a. Cerebrum
associated with intelligence and
generally more developed in higher
animals
b. Cerebellum
- controls complicated movements

c. Mid-brain and Medulla Oblongata

- controls autonomic functions such
that centers for respiration, heart
regulation, control blood supply, heat
regulation, and control of digestive system

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