Neighbor
Neighbor (Medicine)
Neighbor (pronounced: /ˈneɪbər/) is a term used in various medical contexts to denote the proximity or relationship between two or more anatomical structures, cells, or organisms. The term originates from the Old English 'neahgebur', meaning 'near-dweller'.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term 'neighbor' is often used to describe the relationship between anatomical structures. For example, the heart is a neighbor to the lungs, as they are anatomically adjacent to each other. Similarly, in cellular biology, neighboring cells are those that are immediately adjacent to each other, often sharing a common cell membrane or cell wall.
In the context of microbiology, neighboring organisms are those that live in close proximity to each other, often interacting in various ways, such as through symbiosis or competition.
Related Terms
- Anatomy: The study of the structure of organisms and their parts.
- Cell Biology: The study of cells, their physiological properties, their structure, the organelles they contain, interactions with their environment, their life cycle, division and death.
- Microbiology: The study of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, archaea, fungi and protozoa.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neighbor
- Wikipedia's article - Neighbor
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