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Anatomy

It is a branch of biology and medicine that is the consideration of the structure of living things

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Aorta
Biology; Anatomy

The main artery of the body in mammals. The aorta carries blood from the left side of the heart to all the organs of the body except lungs.

Aperture
Biology; Anatomy

A hole or an opening. The opening in the lens of a camera that allows light to pass through it is an aperture.

Blind spot
Biology; Anatomy

A small area on the retina of the eye that is not sensitive to light is called as blind spot.

Bladder
Biology; Anatomy

A hollow organ that stores urine, which is produced by the kidneys is calles bladder.

Contract
Biology; Anatomy

To become shorter and thicker. Muscles contract to produce movement. When the biceps in the arm contract, the elbow bends.

Central nervous system
Biology; Anatomy

A part of the nervous system that exercises control over the nervous system in the form of neurons.

Cerebellum
Biology; Anatomy

The part of the brain in humans and other vertebrates that controls balance and smooths out body movements.

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