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There are 12 major anatomy systems: Skeletal, Muscular, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Endocrine, Nervous, Respiratory, Immune/Lymphatic, Urinary, Female Reproductive, Male Reproductive, Integumentary. Select a system below to get started.
Characteristic of the vertebrate form, the human body has an internal skeleton with a backbone, and, as with the mammalian form, it has hair and mammary glands. Learn more about the composition, form, and physical adaptations of the human body.
The study of the human body includes anatomy, physiology, histology and embryology. The body varies anatomically in known ways. Physiology focuses on the systems and organs of the human body and their functions.
The human body is a biological machine made of body systems; groups of organs that work together to produce and sustain life. Sometimes we get lost while studying about cells and molecules and can’t see the forest for the trees.
Overview of Human Anatomy and Physiology. The human body comprises 200 bones, 650 muscles, 79 organs, and an extensive network of blood arteries. Within this organized framework, a complex collaboration of individual cells is present, diligently fulfilling their unique roles to sustain life.
Anatomy is the science that studies the structure of the body. On this page, you'll find links to descriptions and pictures of the human body's parts and organ systems from head to toe.
Interactive Anatomy and Physiology. Expert created easy to understand articles, interactive diagrams and quizzes that explain the structures and functions of the human body systems. Looking for videos and advanced quizzes?