Anatomy of Human Body

the branch of science that is concerned with the physical structure of humans, animals, or plants

She excelled in her anatomy class, fascinated by the intricate details of the human body.

the upper part of the human body, excluding the arms and the head

The artist sculpted a lifelike statue of a human torso, capturing the muscular contours with precision.

(anatomy) any of the bony segments and cartilages of the spinal column

Injuries to the vertebra can result in paralysis or loss of sensation.

any blood vessel, carrying the blood to different organs of body from the heart

Atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque builds up inside the arteries, can restrict blood flow and lead to serious health issues like heart attacks and strokes.

a group of cells in the body of living things, forming their different parts

Muscle tissue enables movement and supports the body's structure.

the inner part of the spine containing a mass of nerves that connects the brain to almost all the body parts

Damage to the spinal cord can cause permanent loss of movement or sensation.

(anatomy) the bony structure in the chest formed by the ribs which protects organs in the thoracic cavity

(anatomy) the bone structure that surrounds and protects the brain

The cranium protects the delicate structures of the brain.

(anatomy) the outer layer of the anterior part of the brain, called cerebrum, containing gray matter

The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the brain responsible for higher cognitive functions such as thinking, memory, and perception.

the part in someone's face that is below the hair and above the eyes

Sweat often accumulates on the brow during physical exertion.

the part of the body of a woman or female mammal where the baby develops before birth

The fetus nestled snugly within the safety of the womb, protected and nourished by the mother's body.

(anatomy) the organ in the female body where the fetus is conceived and grown before being born

The uterus undergoes contractions during labor to expel the baby.

the front part of the leg that is between the foot and the knee

He bumped his shin against the coffee table and winced in pain.

the large muscle at the front of the upper part of the arm, which flexes the forearm

He flexed his biceps to show off his strength.

the part under the shoulder that is hollow

The athlete wiped the sweat from his armpits with a towel after a grueling workout.

a thin piece of skin in the middle ear that vibrates by sound waves and enables one to hear sounds, also known as tympanic membrane

The eardrum, also known as the tympanic membrane, vibrates in response to sound waves entering the ear canal.

(anatomy) the passage in the throat that connects the mouth to the gullet

The pharynx plays a role in both breathing and swallowing.

(anatomy) the membranous tube in the body that carries air from the throat to the bronchi

The trachea, also known as the windpipe, is a tube-like structure that connects the larynx to the bronchi, allowing air to pass in and out of the lungs.

the liquid produced in the mouth to make chewing and swallowing easier and to prepare food for digestion

The mouth produces saliva, which helps to moisten food and initiate the process of digestion.

the thick mucus that is formed in the nasal and throat cavities, usually secreted in excessive amounts as a result of common cold

The common cold often causes an increase in phlegm production, leading to congestion and coughing.

the hard white external layer that covers the crown of a tooth

Enamel is the hard outer layer of the teeth that protects them from decay and damage.

(anatomy) the act or process of breathing

Respiration involves the intake of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide by the lungs.

(anatomy) the sensory membrane at the back of the eye that transmits light signals to the brain through optic nerves

The retina is the innermost layer of the eye that contains photoreceptor cells responsible for detecting light and initiating visual signals.

(anatomy) the transparent layer that covers the outside of the eyeball

The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped layer covering the front of the eye, responsible for refracting light rays to focus images onto the retina.

a student, typically in a school or educational setting, who is learning under the guidance of a teacher

The teacher instructed the pupils to complete their assignments before the end of class.

relating to the kidneys or their function

He underwent renal testing to assess his kidney function.

the lower part of the body below the chest that contains the digestive and reproductive organs

He winced as the doctor pressed on his abdomen, searching for signs of tenderness or swelling.

(anatomy) the muscular body partition that separates the chest and abdomen

The diaphragm contracts and relaxes to control breathing.

a large gland in the body that produces insulin and glucagon and substances that help the body digest food

The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach that plays a crucial role in digestion and blood sugar regulation.

(anatomy) an abdominal organ that controls the quality of the blood cells

The spleen is an organ located in the upper left side of the abdomen, beneath the ribcage, and is part of the lymphatic system.

(anatomy) the large round bone structure that the limbs and the spine are joined to, which also protects the abdominal organs

The pelvis is a bony structure located at the base of the spine, consisting of the hip bones, sacrum, and coccyx.

a sack of tissue that is attached to the large intestine and is surgically removed if infected

An inflamed appendix can cause severe abdominal pain and fever.

a sac-like organ inside the body where urine is stored before being passed

She had to go to the restroom urgently as her bladder was full.

(usually plural) the tube in the body through which digested food passes from the stomach to the anus

Digestive disorders can affect the bowel's ability to absorb nutrients.

the soft substance that fills the cavities of bones, which is either yellowish and consists of fat cells or reddish and makes blood cells

Bone marrow is a soft, spongy tissue found within the cavities of bones, responsible for producing blood cells.

(anatomy) an elastic cord or band that connects a muscle to a bone

Tendon injuries can result from sudden trauma or repetitive strain.

an elastic tissue that supports or connects joints in an infant and turns into skeleton during growth

Cartilage lacks blood vessels, which affects its ability to heal.

a blood protein produced to fight diseases or infections, or in response to foreign substances in the body

Antibodies stop harmful germs and tag them for immune cells to destroy.

an organ in the body that produces certain chemical substances to be used in the body or to be discharged into the surroundings

The endocrine system includes glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands, which regulate hormones in the body.

a greenish-brown alkaline fluid that is produced by the liver in order to help the body digest fats

Bile is a digestive fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, released into the small intestine to aid in the digestion of fats.