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Anatomy examines the framework and composition of the human body. Originating from Greek, the term 'anatomy' translates to 'cutting apart' or 'dissecting'. Modern anatomy extends beyond merely documenting dissected bodies, though dissection samples and advanced tools like virtual reality remain crucial for education and investigation. Contemporary anatomy encompasses several interconnected fields: gross anatomy focuses on the shape, arrangement, and purpose of bones, joints, muscles, and organs, including their vascular and neural networks; histology explores the minute architecture of tissues and cells; embryology investigates typical fetal growth from conception to delivery, along with developmental processes and abnormalities; neuroanatomy analyzes the structure and operations of the brain and spinal cord; biological anthropology applies biological theories and methods to understand humans and primates.