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Anatomy & Physiology

Learn Muscle Anatomy: Gastrocnemius

I had over 600 muscles from which to choose when I first started writing this thing. I can hear you now: "How did you ever choose from that many muscles?" Well, dear reader, I am very much a visual person, so my interest is piqued by things that ...
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Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology: 5 Medical Myths Demythified!

Modern medicine is pretty advanced—we have vaccines against diseases that have plagued humanity for centuries and we can see into cells. I thought it ...
Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology: Major Components of the Digestive System

Hey, did you hear that? That rumbling sound? It was either thunder on the horizon or your tummy talking. If the skies are clear, then blame it on ...
Anatomy & Physiology

3D Skeletal System: Bones of the Thoracic Cage

Put your hands on your chest and take a deep breath. Feel how your chest expands? That's your thoracic cage—or rib cage, as it's more commonly ...
Anatomy & Physiology

3D Skeletal System: Function of the Sphenoid

The sphenoid. Aside from having the most sci-fi name in all existence, it's pretty much the coolest-looking bone in the body. Best yet? It's in your ...
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Anatomy and Physiology: Five Awesome Facts You Didn't Know

Did you know there isn't a moment that your body isn't doing something cool? It's true! Your body is a well-oiled machine that works to keep you ...
Anatomy & Physiology

The Science of Smiling: The Anatomy and Function of a Smile

Always keep smiling, look on the bright side of things, every dark cloud has a silver lining, keep your chin up -- heard these before? Most people ...
Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology: Major Components of the Lymphatic System

You've undoubtedly gone to the doctor for a physical exam. You've sat on a sterilized paper cover in a johnny while cold hands reeking of Purell move ...