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Anatomical Structure

Part of an animal or plant's body.

An anatomical structure is a part of the body of an animal or plant.

Etymology

From Greek anatomē meaning 'dissection' and -ical, from -ic.

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Anatomical structures are the different parts of a living thing, like your heart, leaves on a tree, or a bee's wings.

Fun Facts

The human body has over 700 skeletal muscles
Plants have vascular systems like veins and arteries
Some animals, like starfish, have radial symmetry

FAQ

What is an anatomical structure? A distinct part of an animal or plant's body
What are examples? Bones, organs, and leaves
Why study them? To understand how living things function

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

body part anatomical feature

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

body organism

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

bone muscle organ tissue

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

organism animal plant

Indexes

biological natural object

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