Anatomy, which comes from the Greek words “anatomia” and “anatemnein” meaning “to cut or cut open,” refers to the study of the living organism’s structures and organization. On the other hand, physiology is the study of the function of these structures. Physiology, on the other hand, describes how organ systems work together to make the body function. Through using an x-ray or ultrasound, people can get a clear picture of the body’s anatomy, while the body’s physiology can be further analyzed with the help of tests such as urine and blood tests.

This chapter focuses on the basics of anatomy and physiology, which includes the following:

- 1: Anatomical Positions

- 2: Terms of Motion

- 3: Joints and Cavities

- 4: Tissues

- 5: Organ Systems

- 6: Speech Processes

- 7: Personal Reflections

- 8: References

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