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Basics
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Terminology
In human anatomy, there are 7000+ terms that need to be learned. Start with the basic terminology and become familiar with the language used in anatomy.
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Directional terms and body planesLearn all the terms used to describe location in the human body.
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Regions of the bodyLearn the major regions of the body.
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Body surface anatomyLearn the surface anatomy of the male and female body.
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Cavities of the bodyLearn about the cavities of the human body here.
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Introduction to the musculoskeletal system
The musculoskeletal system provides our body with movement, stability, shape, and support.
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Skeletal systemMain bones of the human body.
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Muscular systemMain muscles of the human body.
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Main jointsMain joints of the human body.
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Synovial jointsOverview of the types and structure of a synovial joint.
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Types of body movementsOverview of the different types of body movements.
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Introduction to the other systems
An organ system is a group of structures working together to perform important tasks in your body. Let's take a look at the rest of the body systems.
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Cardiovascular systemMain components of the cardiovascular system.
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Nervous systemMain organs and nerves of the nervous system.
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Respiratory systemMain organs of the respiratory system.
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Digestive systemMain organs of the digestive system.
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Urinary systemMain organs of the urinary system.
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Endocrine systemMain organs of the endocrine system.
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Integumentary systemMain components of the integumentary system.
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Lymphatic systemMain organs and nodes of the lymphatic system.
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Female reproductive systemMain organs of the female reproductive system.
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Male reproductive systemMain organs of the male reproductive system.
