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Human Anatomy (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134243818
Chapter 1
Problem 1CYU
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Textbook Problem

What is the difference between histology and radiography?

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Summary Introduction

To review:

The difference between radiography and histology.

Introduction:

Anatomy can be defined as the branch of science that concerns with the identification as well as description of the body structures of living organisms. Several branches are included in the field of anatomy. Gross anatomy is one such branch and it includes the study of body features for which examination is possible with the naked eye. 

Explanation of Solution

Histology or microscopic anatomy includes the study of the structures that are only able to be observed with a microscope. The structures like cells and tissues are the main factors to study in histology and microscopic anatomy. Radiography is another branch of anatomical studies. Differences between histology and radiography are described below:

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