Anatomy & Physiology

Whoever said, "Beauty is only skin deep" knew nothing about Anatomy and Physiology. For in truth, the skin is only packaging for a marvel called the body.

From bones and cartilages for shape, muscles for every action and a liquid fuel called blood, to well coordinated organ systems that function smoothly under the remote control of the masterly brain, the human body is the most inspiring of all creations.

Discover cells, tissues, organs and organ systems and their functions here. Learn about gross anatomy, histology, osteology and the various aspects of physiology.

While we focus mainly on human anatomy and physiology, it is occasionally interesting to learn about the systems in other living organisms.

Anatomy

Cardiovascular System

Cells

Digestive System

Nervous System

Reproductive System

Respiratory System

Skeletal/Muscular System

Latest articles in Anatomy & Physiology

Sleep, Melatonin and the Temperatures of your Skin and Core

Your sleep-wake cycle is determined by your inner clock and your sleep pressure, while skin temperature is an important sleep-permissive factor.

May 2, 2012 – Eva Goes

All Body Fat does not affect your Health in the Same Way.

Brown fat keeps you warm by burning calories, while white fat stores energy and produces hormone-like substance. Excess visceral fat can lead to disease.

Mar 6, 2012 – Eva Goes

Human and Chimpanzee Foot Anatomy and Function

Human and chimpanzee feet have many similarities, however their differences show how they are each highly specialised for purpose.

Feb 27, 2012 – Emily Weiss

The "Exercise Factor" or how Exercise Affects your Health

Exercise decreases the risk of chronic non-transmittable diseases by reducing the amount of visceral fat and by producing anti-inflammatory myokines.

Jan 29, 2012 – Eva Goes

A Tour of the Digestive System

The digestive process is complex and different foods evoke different digestive responses. Not all of these digestive responses are similar.

Jan 22, 2012 – Marc Anthony Rios

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