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What are the branches of physiology?
Posted July 10, 2024

Answer

A vast and diverse science, physiology is divided into several branches:

  • Human Physiology: Focuses on understanding the functions and processes of the human body
  • Animal Physiology: Involves studying the mechanisms and functions of various animal species
  • Plant Physiology: Involves the study of the functions and processes in different types of plants
  • Endocrinology:Focuses on studying the mechanisms of the endocrine system and hormone regulation
  • Cell Physiology:Focuses on understanding the mechanisms and functions of cells
  • Neurophysiology:Involves the study of the functions and mechanisms of the nervous system and neurons 
  • Molecular Physiology:Investigates the molecular mechanisms of genes, proteins, and cellular structures.