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Gross anatomy

The study of structure without the use of a microscope.

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Gross anatomy

muscle

Anatomy; Gross anatomy

A part of the body that can shorten or contract to produce movement. In humans and other vertebrates, muscles contract automatically.

pincers

Anatomy; Gross anatomy

A part in some invertebrates that is made of two sharp, curved parts that come together for grasping.

pollen tube

Anatomy; Gross anatomy

The slender tube that is formed by a pollen grain after it lands on the stigma of flower.

pore

Anatomy; Gross anatomy

A tiny opening that lets gases or liquids pass through it. The skin of animals and the leaves of plants have pores.

quill

Anatomy; Gross anatomy

The long, hollow central part of a feather, the bottom of which attaches to the bird's skin.

duct

Anatomy; Gross anatomy

A tube or passage through which something flows. In the body, ducts provide a passageway for the flow of fluids.

gross anatomy

Anatomy; Gross anatomy

Gross anatomy is the study of anatomy at the macroscopic level. The term gross distinguishes it from other areas of anatomical study, including microscopic anatomy, which is studied on a microscopic ...

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