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Anatomy

Anatomy is the study of the structure and function of living organisms including their organs, tissues, and entire bodies. It investigates, from the microscopic to the macroscopic, the connection between the body's structure and the functions it performs. Some of the topics covered in Anatomy include the evolution of the body from a single cell to a complex multicellular organism; the transmission of voluntary movement from the brain to the skeletal muscles; the use of skeletal remains to determine a person's age at death; the stages of human development; the reproductive system; the transmission of voluntary movement from the brain to the skeletal muscles; the use of skeletal remains to determine a person's age at death; the study of human evolution. Students who earn an A in Anatomy can pursue careers in fields including Medicine, Dentistry, and Physiotherapy. Alumni are also employed in related fields such as funeral service, winemaking, and policymaking.